Alexandria to Lawrence, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

552.2 miles 888.6 km · straight line
662.6 miles estimated 1066.3 km · driving distance
13h 20min estimated drive time
$64 - $78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Alexandria from Lawrence, Kansas?

The distance from Alexandria to Lawrence, Kansas is 552.2 miles (888.6 km) as the crow flies. Lawrence, Kansas is located NNW of Alexandria. By car, the driving distance is approximately 662.6 miles, taking about 13h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Alexandria in Louisiana and Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria to Lawrence, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 20min $64 - $78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 0min $53–$99* Budget
Train ~17h 20min $80–$232* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alexandria & Lawrence, Kansas

Quick Facts

Alexandria
31.31°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
23m 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 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients