Lenexa, KS
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Lenexa.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Midwest
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.45 |
| Reefer | $2.81 |
| Flatbed | $3.03 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-35I-435K-10K-7US-56
Top Industries
Distribution/Logistics
E-commerce Fulfillment
Technology
Food Distribution
Major Distribution Centers
Amazon MCI2
UPS distribution hub
USPS Priority Mail
Lenexa Logistics Centre tenants
Top Shippers
A
AmazonU
UPSU
USPSK
Koch Industries distributionNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-35
Truck Stops
QuikTrip (I-35 at 95th Street)
Phillips 66 (K-10)
Challenges
- I-35 congestion near KC metro increases during rush hours.
- High demand for warehouse labor creates loading delays during peak seasons.
- Competition for dock appointments at busy DCs.
Opportunities
- Central location provides access to loads heading in every direction
- Massive intermodal and rail hub infrastructure in Chicago area
- Strong agricultural freight during harvest season
- Lower cost of living and operating costs improve net margins
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Harvest season (August-November) generates enormous grain and produce volume. Holiday retail peaks September through December. Winter weather (November-March) causes delays but also rate spikes. Spring flooding can disrupt river-adjacent routes.
Trucking in Lenexa — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Lenexa: Dry Van $2.45, Reefer $2.81, Flatbed $3.03. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Lenexa is rated "fair." Popular stops include QuikTrip (I-35 at 95th Street), Phillips 66 (K-10). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Lenexa freight market include Amazon, UPS, USPS, Koch Industries distribution. Key industries driving freight demand are distribution/logistics, e-commerce fulfillment, technology.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Lenexa include: I-35 congestion near KC metro increases during rush hours.; High demand for warehouse labor creates loading delays during peak seasons.; Competition for dock appointments at busy DCs.. However, opportunities include central location provides access to loads heading in every direction.