Road trip from Kansas City to Lafayette
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14h 15m761 miles15 stops
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Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Howl at the Moon Kansas City is the hottest spot in the Power and Light District! Our high-energy dueling pianos and amazing events make us the coolest spot for Kansas City nightlife! From company functions to happy hour with friends to bachelorette parties in Kansas City, the party is always at Howl at the Moon come and see us.
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Line Creek Trail
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Game Show Battle Rooms
You're IN the Game Show! Game Show Battle Rooms is one of the nation's only immersive game show experiences for everyone to enjoy. Face-off against your friends, family, or coworkers in our custom arenas playing classic game shows! All hosted by our entertaining and engaging hosts. Perfect for your next birthday party, friend or family outing, or your next corporate team-building event!
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Lake Fayetteville
Full tackle shop with boat and bike rentals. Visit the website for more information.
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Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
Northwest Arkansas' only botanical garden! The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks features 12 themed gardens & Arkansas’ only butterfly house, with landscaped grounds where four seasons of native flora and fauna thrive. The garden is a unique and enchanting venue for events of all kinds, including weddings, corporate meetings, private gatherings and birthday parties. Other garden events include: free summer concerts, the popular Firefly Fling family festival, the International Festival, Little Sprouts and Garden Buds educational programs for children & more. Come explore with us! The garden is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
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Lokomotion Family Fun Park
A fantastic family entertainment venue! We have 4 go kart tracks for people of all ages! Two 18-Hole Miniature Golf Courses Lazer Tag Bumper Cars Arcade Pizza & Wings
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Hill City Popcorn
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Walton Arts Center
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Terra Studios
Home of the Bluebird of Happiness, Terra Studios is a wonderland of art and creativity featuring works of over 100 regional artists, sculpture gardens, murals, fountains, galleries & cafe. Take a class, watch as skilled artisans make the world famous Bluebird of Happiness, play chess or checkers on the giant game boards, enjoy a light snack, shop or simply relax. Fun for everyone. Open daily 10-5. Free admission.
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Proud Mary's Bar And Grill Shreveport, La.
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Riverview Park
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Holy Trinity Catholic Church
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Lafayette Science Museum
Step into the vibrant world of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Science Museum, where curiosity knows no bounds!
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Urns of Justice
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Vermilionville
Get a taste of life for the 18th-century Acadian settlers in this 23-acre village with meticulously recreated period homes, costumed staff demonstrating arts and crafts and a restaurant serving Cajun and Creole food.
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Kansas City to Lafayette
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Start:Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(96) review
Howl at the Moon Kansas City is the hottest spot in the Power and Light District! Our high-energy dueling pianos and amazing events make us the coolest spot for Kansas City nightlife! From company functions to happy hour with friends to bachelorette parties in Kansas City, the party is always at Howl at the Moon come and see us.
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Start:Line Creek Trail
Kansas City, Missouri·
5.0
(9) review
2699 NW 60th St, Kansas City, MO 64151
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Start:Game Show Battle Rooms
Overland Park, Kansas·
4.5
(9) review
You're IN the Game Show! Game Show Battle Rooms is one of the nation's only immersive game show experiences for everyone to enjoy. Face-off against your friends, family, or coworkers in our custom arenas playing classic game shows! All hosted by our entertaining and engaging hosts. Perfect for your next birthday party, friend or family outing, or your next corporate team-building event!
4
Start:Lake Fayetteville
Fayetteville, Arkansas·
4.5
(93) review
Full tackle shop with boat and bike rentals. Visit the website for more information.
5
Start:Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
Fayetteville, Arkansas·
4.5
(167) review
Northwest Arkansas' only botanical garden! The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks features 12 themed gardens & Arkansas’ only butterfly house, with landscaped grounds where four seasons of native flora and fauna thrive. The garden is a unique and enchanting venue for events of all kinds, including weddings, corporate meetings, private gatherings and birthday parties. Other garden events include: free summer concerts, the popular Firefly Fling family festival, the International Festival, Little Sprouts and Garden Buds educational programs for children & more. Come explore with us! The garden is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
6
Start:Lokomotion Family Fun Park
Fayetteville, Arkansas·
3.5
(22) review
A fantastic family entertainment venue! We have 4 go kart tracks for people of all ages! Two 18-Hole Miniature Golf Courses Lazer Tag Bumper Cars Arcade Pizza & Wings
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Start:Hill City Popcorn
Fayetteville, Arkansas·
4.0
(9) review
240 E Joyce Blvd, Fayetteville, AR 72703-6296
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Start:Walton Arts Center
Fayetteville, Arkansas·
5.0
(97) review
495 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR 72701-5108
9
Start:Terra Studios
Fayetteville, Arkansas·
4.5
(149) review
Home of the Bluebird of Happiness, Terra Studios is a wonderland of art and creativity featuring works of over 100 regional artists, sculpture gardens, murals, fountains, galleries & cafe. Take a class, watch as skilled artisans make the world famous Bluebird of Happiness, play chess or checkers on the giant game boards, enjoy a light snack, shop or simply relax. Fun for everyone. Open daily 10-5. Free admission.
10
Start:Proud Mary's Bar And Grill Shreveport, La.
Shreveport, Louisiana·
3.5
(9) review
3155 N Market St Ste 100, Shreveport, LA 71101-3237
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Start:Riverview Park
Shreveport, Louisiana·
3.5
(9) review
601 Clyde Fant Pkwy, Shreveport, LA 71101-3207
12
Start:Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Shreveport, Louisiana·
4.5
(9) review
315 Marshall St, Shreveport, LA 71101-3003
13
Start:Lafayette Science Museum
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana·
4.5
(96) review
Step into the vibrant world of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Science Museum, where curiosity knows no bounds!
14
Start:Urns of Justice
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana·
3.5
(9) review
800 Lafayette St in front of John M. Shaw US Courthouse, Lafayette, LA 70501-6800
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Start:Vermilionville
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana·
4.5
(880) review
Get a taste of life for the 18th-century Acadian settlers in this 23-acre village with meticulously recreated period homes, costumed staff demonstrating arts and crafts and a restaurant serving Cajun and Creole food.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the driving distance between Kansas City and Lafayette?
The distance is 761 miles
What's the travel time between Kansas City and Lafayette?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 14h 15m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Kansas City and Lafayette?
Some popular stops includeLafayette, Shreveport, Fayetteville, Overland Park, Kansas City
Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Lafayette?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Lafayette
Vermilionville
Urns of Justice
Lafayette Science Museum
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Riverview Park
Proud Mary's Bar And Grill Shreveport, La.
Terra Studios
Walton Arts Center
Hill City Popcorn
Lokomotion Family Fun Park
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
Lake Fayetteville
Game Show Battle Rooms
Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Line Creek Trail
What’s the weather like in Lafayette?
The weather in Lafayette is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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