Albert Lea to Lawrence, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

337.3 miles 542.8 km · straight line
404.8 miles estimated 651.4 km · driving distance
8h 9min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
197° SSW bearing direction

How far is Albert Lea from Lawrence, Kansas?

The distance from Albert Lea to Lawrence, Kansas is 337.3 miles (542.8 km) as the crow flies. Lawrence, Kansas is located SSW of Albert Lea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 404.8 miles, taking about 8h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Albert Lea in Minnesota and Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albert Lea and Lawrence, Kansas. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albert Lea to Lawrence, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 9min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 47min $32–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 45min $49–$142* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albert Lea & Lawrence, Kansas

Quick Facts

Albert Lea
43.65°N, 93.37°W
America/Chicago
379m elevation
Lawrence, Kansas
38.97°N, 95.24°W
America/Chicago
263m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 112 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients