Fayetteville, Arkansas to Lawrence, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

209.5 miles 337.1 km · straight line
261.8 miles estimated 421.4 km · driving distance
5h 16min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Lawrence, Kansas?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Lawrence, Kansas is 209.5 miles (337.1 km) as the crow flies. Lawrence, Kansas is located NNW of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.8 miles, taking about 5h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas and Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Fayetteville, Arkansas 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 Fayetteville, Arkansas to Lawrence, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 16min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 19min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 0min $31–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, Arkansas & Lawrence, Kansas

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, Arkansas
36.06°N, 94.16°W
America/Chicago
427m 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 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients