How far is Belle, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?
The driving distance from Belle, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is about 165 miles (265.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.1 miles (241.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Cooper County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Belle and Lee's Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belle and Lee's Summit.
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Start on the route
42 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto South Alvarado Avenue
10.5 mi · 16 min · South Alvarado Avenue
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Turn straight
6.2 mi · 9 min
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Merge slight left
47.3 mi · 58 min
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Continue straight
100.1 mi · 2 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 291 South: Jefferson Street, Harrisonville
767 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right
144 m · 13 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Southwest Jefferson Street
31 m · 2 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 Belle and Lee's Summit.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Alvarado Avenue
Continue straight
100 mi · 02h 06m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Belle 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 Belle to Lee's Summit?
The road trip is about 165 miles (265.5 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Otterville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.4 miles from Belle and 82.6 miles from Lee's Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.1 miles (241.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.95 one way or $43.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Belle and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lee's Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Otterville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Otterville.
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Warrensburg
Jefferson City
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belle and Lee's Summit. Straight-line distance: 150.07 mi (241.51 km).
#1 Belle
City in Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,489 |
| Coordinates | 38.2858800, -91.7204400 |
| Altitude | 313 |
| 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: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.75 | $49.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.09 | $54.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.87 | $61.74 |
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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