Kansas City to Leavenworth, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kansas City from Leavenworth, Kansas?

The distance from Kansas City to Leavenworth, Kansas is 23.5 miles (37.8 km) as the crow flies. Leavenworth, Kansas is located NW of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 33.9 miles, taking about 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Kansas City in Missouri and Leavenworth, Kansas in Kansas.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kansas City and Leavenworth, 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.