How far is St. Louis, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from St. Louis, Missouri, to Lee's Summit, Missouri. The distance is approximately 247 miles (397 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is 3 hours and 33 minutes. Follow these directions to reach your destination:

Directions

1. 🚗 Get on I-64 W/US-40 W: Head south toward S Tucker Blvd and turn right onto S Tucker Blvd. Then, make a right onto Clark Ave and finally, merge onto I-64 W/US-40 W.

2. 🛣️ Follow I-64 W/US-40 W and I-70 W: Continue on I-64 W/US-40 W and take exit 1A on the left to merge onto I-70 W/US-40 W toward Kansas City.

3. 🚙 Take exit 15A for I-470/MO-291 S: Continue to follow I-470 S, then take exit 7A for US-50 E toward Sedalia.

4. 🗺️ Merge onto E State Rte 350 E: Keep left to continue on US-50 E.

5. 🏞️ Take the exit toward 3rd St: Drive to SW 3rd St and turn left onto SW 3rd St (signs for Business Dist). Continue straight to stay on SW 3rd St.

6. 🏙️ Arrival at Lee's Summit: You have reached your destination in Lee's Summit, Missouri.

Tips & Suggestions

• ⛽ Make sure to have a full tank of gas before embarking on the journey, as it is a relatively long drive.

• 🚓 Observe the speed limits and follow traffic rules to ensure a safe trip.

• 🍴 Consider packing some snacks and water for the trip to stay refreshed and avoid unnecessary stops.

• 📱 Charge your phone and have a car charger handy to stay connected in case you need navigation assistance.

• 🚧 Check for any road closures or traffic updates along the way to plan for alternative routes if needed.

• 🛣️ Take short breaks during the journey to stretch your legs and relax to stay alert on the road.

• 📝 It's always a good idea to have a printed map or a GPS device as a backup, in case of any technological issues.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between St. Louis and Lee's Summit is 226.24 miles (364.1 km).

Flight distance from St. Louis, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is 226.24 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 29 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from St. Louis to Lee's Summit with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from St. Louis, Missouri to Lee's Summit, Missouri is: 246.93 miles (397.4 km) by car.

Driving from St. Louis to Lee's Summit will take approximately 03 hours 42 minutes.

#1 St. Louis

The second most populous city in Missouri and the center of the St. Louis metropolitan area. It is located on the Mississippi River in eastern Missouri. St. Louis is known for its Gateway Arch, its baseball team, the St. Louis Cardinals, and its many attractions, such as the St. Louis Zoo and the Missouri Botanical Garden.

Population	315685
GPS Coordinates	38°37'38"N 90°11'52"W
Latitude	38.6272700
Longitude	-90.1978900
Altitude	142
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

Estimated Travel Time Between St. Louis and Lee's Summit

The distance between St. Louis and Lee's Summit is 397 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 24 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 St. Louis and Lee's Summit. The current time is 06:51:55.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 32.98 liters (8.71 gallon) of gas to cover the route between St. Louis and Lee's Summit.
The estimated cost of gas to go from St. Louis to Lee's Summit is $27.93 (diesel $38.57).

Missouri gas prices.

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 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between St. Louis 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.