How far is Lake Ozark, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?
The driving distance from Lake Ozark, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is about 134.3 miles (216.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.3 miles (171 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 48m 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 02h 24m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Ozark and Lee's Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Ozark and Lee's Summit.
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Start on Bagnell Dam Boulevard
1.6 mi · 4 min · Bagnell Dam Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Willmore Lane
952 ft · 19 sec · Willmore Lane
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
70 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
684 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 54 Business, MO 52: Eldon, Tuscumbia
1144 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto West 17th Street
530 ft · 15 sec · West 17th Street
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Continue on South Grand Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · South Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
15 mi · 19 min · West 4th Street
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Continue straight
14.5 mi · 19 min
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Turn left
16.3 mi · 21 min
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Continue straight
74.9 mi · 1 hr 33 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 Lake Ozark 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.
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74.9 mi · 01h 33m
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 Rain Showers leaving Lake Ozark and 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 Lake Ozark to Lee's Summit?
The road trip is about 134.3 miles (216.2 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Sedalia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67 miles from Lake Ozark and 67.4 miles from Lee's Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.3 miles (171 km), while the road route adds roughly 28 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 1:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.87 one way or $35.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lake Ozark and Showers And Thunderstorms near Lee's Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Sedalia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Sedalia
Warrensburg
Jefferson City
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Ozark and Lee's Summit. Straight-line distance: 106.27 mi (171.03 km).
#1 Lake Ozark
City in Miller County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,853 |
| Coordinates | 38.1986400, -92.6388000 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| 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: 216 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $17.87 | $35.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.06 | $44.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.14 | $50.28 |
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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