How far is Higginsville, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?
The driving distance from Higginsville, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is about 51.8 miles (83.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.4 miles (60.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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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City in Lafayette County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Higginsville and Lee's Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Higginsville and Lee's Summit.
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Start on Fairground Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Fairground Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
4.6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit right toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
909 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
32.3 mi · 35 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
1418 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left to continue on MO 291 South: Harrisonville
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Southeast 3rd Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Southeast 3rd Street
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Continue on Southwest 3rd Street
1495 ft · 38 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 Higginsville and Lee's Summit.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
32.3 mi · 00h 35m
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 Higginsville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lee's Summit.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Higginsville to Lee's Summit?
The road trip is about 51.8 miles (83.3 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Bates City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Higginsville and 26.8 miles from Lee's Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.4 miles (60.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Higginsville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lee's Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Bates City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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 Higginsville and Lee's Summit. Straight-line distance: 37.42 mi (60.22 km).
#1 Higginsville
City in Missouri, USA
| Population | 4,653 |
| Coordinates | 39.0725100, -93.7171600 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| 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: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.78 | $15.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.52 | $17.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.71 | $19.41 |
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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