With a population of 87,643, Lawrence is a must-see destination in Kansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lawrence to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, 715 (715 Massachusetts Street) and RND Corner Grille (801 Massachusetts Street) are great picks.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lawrence in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 150 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lawrence, with an average rainfall of 25 mm.
Although Lawrence doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 36 miles from Lawrence. The shortest flight to Lawrence from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 19h 36m.
The train station in Lawrence is called Lawrence, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lawrence, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Busbud. From Oklahoma City, the bus ride to Lawrence takes 400 miles and will cost you around $168. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $156 for a journey of 650 miles. Lawrence’s bus station is located 0.1 miles from the city centre.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lawrence and Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area.
Expect to pay $1.60 per litre in Lawrence (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.10 and $25.47. The most frequently booked car type in Lawrence is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.