Distance from Shawnee, Kansas to Lawrence, Kansas
The driving distance from Shawnee, Kansas to Lawrence, Kansas is 37.4 mi (60.2 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 17.5 mi (28.2 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 40 minutes
We found 3 routes between Shawnee and Lawrence.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Get on I-35 S in Merriam
Follow I-35 S and KS-10 W to E 23rd St in Wakarusa Township. Take the exit toward 23rd Street from KS-10 W
Follow E 23rd St, Barker Ave and Connecticut St to your destination in Lawrence
Route Directions
Get on KS-7 N from Shawnee Mission Pkwy
Drive from I-70 W to Douglas County. Take exit 204 from I-70 W
Take US-59 S/U.S. Hwy 40 W to your destination
Route Directions
Get on I-435 N
Drive from I-70 W to Douglas County. Take exit 204 from I-70 W
Take US-59 S/U.S. Hwy 40 W to your destination
Journey Details
Traveling from Shawnee, Kansas to Lawrence, Kansas covers 36.4 miles (59 km) in a west direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 38 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (36-38 miles / 59-61 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features toll sections. During midday weekday travel, expect lighter midday traffic with average speeds around 59 mph (95 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Shawnee
Starting Point
Lawrence
Destination
