How far is Independence, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Independence and Lee's Summit is 12.58 miles (20.25 km).
Flight distance from Independence, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is 12.58 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Independence, Missouri to Lee's Summit, Missouri is: 17.43 miles (28.04 km) by car.
Driving from Independence to Lee's Summit will take approximately 00 hours 23 minutes.
#1 Independence
A city in Jackson County, Missouri. It is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Independence is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site and the Independence Square.
| Population | 116774 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°5'28"N 94°24'56"W |
| Latitude | 39.0911200 |
| Longitude | -94.4155100 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lee's Summit
The most populous city in Jackson County, Missouri. It is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Lee's Summit is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lee's Summit Public Library and the Lee's Summit Historical Society.
| Population | 101467 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°54'39"N 94°22'56"W |
| Latitude | 38.9108400 |
| Longitude | -94.3821700 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lee's Summit: Southwest 3rd Street (-94.382168,38.910873)
Estimated Travel Time Between Independence and Lee's Summit
The distance between Independence and Lee's Summit is 28 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 18 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Independence and Lee's Summit. The current time is 13:22:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.33 liters (0.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Independence and Lee's Summit.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Independence to Lee's Summit is $1.97 (diesel $2.72).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $1.97 | $2.17 | $2.37 | $2.72 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Independence and Lee's Summit (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Independence 237.86 miles (383 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Independence 3.79 miles (6 km)
