Lawrence, Kansas to Shawnee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268.4 miles 432 km · straight line
335.5 miles estimated 540 km · driving distance
6h 45min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
201° SSW bearing direction

How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Shawnee?

The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Shawnee is 268.4 miles (432 km) as the crow flies. Shawnee is located SSW of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 335.5 miles, taking about 6h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas and Shawnee in Oklahoma.

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 Lawrence, Kansas and Shawnee. 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 Lawrence, Kansas to Shawnee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 45min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 6min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 25min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lawrence, Kansas & Shawnee

Quick Facts

Lawrence, Kansas
38.97°N, 95.24°W
America/Chicago
263m elevation
Shawnee
35.33°N, 96.93°W
America/Chicago
323m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients