How far is Gerald, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?
The driving distance from Gerald, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is about 183.8 miles (295.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 168.4 miles (271 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 11m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gerald and Lee's Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gerald and Lee's Summit.
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Start on Main Street
10 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
642 ft · 28 sec · 4th Street
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Merge slight right onto Fitzgerald
36.2 mi · 41 min · Fitzgerald
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Continue straight
1817 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto County Route 605
1.5 mi · 6 min · County Route 605
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Turn right onto County Route 604
1 km · 2 min · County Route 604
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Continue on Loose Creek Highway
1 mi · 3 min · Loose Creek Highway
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Turn left onto Wolf Ridge Trail
1908 ft · 1 min · Wolf Ridge Trail
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Turn right
43.6 mi · 52 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 Gerald 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.
Wolf Ridge Trail
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100 mi · 02h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Gerald 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 Gerald to Lee's Summit?
The road trip is about 183.8 miles (295.8 km) and usually takes 03h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tipton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.2 miles from Gerald and 91.6 miles from Lee's Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 168.4 miles (271 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.47 one way or $48.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gerald and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lee's Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Tipton
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 Tipton.
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Warrensburg
Hermann
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gerald and Lee's Summit. Straight-line distance: 168.38 mi (270.98 km).
#1 Gerald
City in Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,327 |
| Coordinates | 38.3997700, -91.3307100 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| 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: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $24.47 | $48.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.60 | $55.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.20 | $60.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.42 | $68.85 |
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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