Lawrence travel guide
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You're Going to Love Lawrence
With a population of 87 643, Lawrence is a must-see destination in Kansas, United States.
Where to Eat in Lawrence
If you’re looking for affordable options, 715 (715 Massachusetts Street) and RND Corner Grille (801 Massachusetts Street) are great picks.
When to visit Lawrence
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.
How to Get to Lawrence
Plane
Although Lawrence doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 57 km from Lawrence. The shortest flight to Lawrence from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 22h 02m.
Train
The train station in Lawrence is called Lawrence, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lawrence, including Tornado Bus, FlixBus and Busbud. From Dallas, the bus ride to Lawrence takes 917 km and will cost you around €304. From Chicago, the ticket costs about €96 for a journey of 1046 km. Lawrence’s bus station is located 0.2 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Lawrence
Where to stay in Lawrence
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lawrence and Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lawrence
Most booked hotels in Lawrence
Hiring a car in Lawrence
Expect to pay €0.98 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 €11.69 and €15.59. The most frequently booked car type in Lawrence is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.