How far is Appleton City, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?
The driving distance from Appleton City, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is about 67.5 miles (108.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.3 miles (85.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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City in Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Appleton City and Lee's Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Appleton City and Lee's Summit.
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Start on North Walnut Street
4 m · 2 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
18.5 mi · 24 min · West 4th Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 49 South, US 71 South, MO 52 West: Kansas City
3.1 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
27.9 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
817 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
74 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left
8.3 mi · 12 min
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Turn slight left
8.5 mi · 12 min
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Continue on Southwest Jefferson Street
1036 ft · 28 sec · Southwest Jefferson Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Southwest Jefferson Street
58 m · 4 sec · Southwest Jefferson Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Southwest Jefferson Street
2497 ft · 53 sec · Southwest Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto Southwest 3rd Street
529 ft · 13 sec · Southwest 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Appleton City and Lee's Summit.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 49 South
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27.9 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Appleton City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lee's Summit.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Appleton City to Lee's Summit?
The road trip is about 67.5 miles (108.6 km) and usually takes 01h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Adrian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.7 miles from Appleton City and 33.7 miles from Lee's Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.3 miles (85.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.97 one way or $17.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Appleton City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lee's Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Adrian
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Lee's Summit
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Appleton City and Lee's Summit. Straight-line distance: 53.29 mi (85.76 km).
#1 Appleton City
City in St.
| Population | 1,080 |
| Coordinates | 38.1905800, -94.0293900 |
| Altitude | 267 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lee's Summit
The most populous city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 101,467 |
| Coordinates | 38.9108400, -94.3821700 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southwest 3rd Street (-94.382168, 38.910873)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.97 | $17.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.12 | $20.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.08 | $22.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.62 | $25.25 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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