Denver to Lawrence, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

523.6 miles 842.6 km · straight line
568.8 miles actual route 915.4 km · driving distance
9h 42min estimated drive time
$55 - $67 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
93° E bearing direction

How far is Denver from Lawrence, Kansas?

The distance from Denver to Lawrence, Kansas is 523.6 miles (842.6 km) as the crow flies. Lawrence, Kansas is located E of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 568.8 miles, taking about 9h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denver and Lawrence, Kansas. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Denver to Lawrence, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 42min $55 - $67 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 38min $46–$85* Budget
Train ~12h 37min $68–$199* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Lawrence, Kansas

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m 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 175 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM