Origin
Parker, KS
Evening in Parker on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parker, KS to Shawnee, KS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
58.8 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shawnee, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Parker, KS to Shawnee, KS covers 58.8 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Woodward Street, West 2100th Road, County Road 1077 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.4 miles from Parker, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 7m drive with frequent turns across 58.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Woodward Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Parker, KS to Shawnee, KS is easy. At 1h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Parker, KS to Shawnee, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Woodward Street | — | — |
| West 2100th Road | — | — |
| County Road 1077 | — | — |
| Plum Creek Road | — | — |
| I 35 North | — | — |
| US 56 East | — | — |
| Shawnee Mission Parkway | — | — |
| Nieman Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Woodward Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parker, KS and Shawnee, KS.
1
Start on South Center Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Center Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Woodward Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Woodward Street
3
Continue on West 2100th Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West 2100th Road
4
Turn left onto County Road 1077
4.0 mi
·
9 min
·
County Road 1077
5
Continue on Plum Creek Road
5.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Plum Creek Road
6
Take the ramp right
29 mi
·
32 min
7
Continue straight
1.0 mi
·
1 min
8
Take the exit slight right
6.9 mi
·
8 min
9
Continue on I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
10
Merge slight right
2.7 mi
·
3 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: Shawnee Mission Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: Shawnee Mission Parkway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee
13
Turn left onto Shawnee Mission Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Shawnee Mission Parkway
14
Turn right onto Nieman Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Nieman Road
15
Turn left onto West 49th Terrace
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West 49th Terrace
16
Turn right onto Bond Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Bond Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.4 miles from Parker, KS, or about 33m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 13 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.4 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Parker, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Parker, KS
This is one driving day of about 58.8 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Parker, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.4 mi from Parker, KS · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Arriving in Shawnee, KS
The final approach into Shawnee, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.19 one way
$18.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.09 | $20.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.32 | $22.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.98 | $25.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Shawnee, KS
Evening in Shawnee on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Parker, KS to Shawnee, KS covers 58.8 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Woodward Street, West 2100th Road, County Road 1077. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.4 miles from Parker, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Parker, KS to Shawnee, KS is easy. At 1h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Parker, KS to Shawnee, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Parker, KS to Shawnee, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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