How far is Lee's Summit, MO from Holts Summit, MO?
The driving distance from Lee's Summit, MO to Holts Summit, MO is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.2 miles (198.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m 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 46m.
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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 Lee's Summit and Holts Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit and Holts Summit.
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Start on Southwest 3rd Street
529 ft · 15 sec · Southwest 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Southwest Jefferson Street
2474 ft · 50 sec · Southwest Jefferson Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
77 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout
597 ft · 15 sec
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Take the exit left toward US 50 East, MO 291 North: Sedalia
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
119.4 mi · 2 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 54, US 63 North: Fulton, Columbia, Lake of the Ozarks
868 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left
94 m · 15 sec
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Turn left
104 m · 8 sec
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Continue straight
914 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Center Street
1447 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Center Street
1209 ft · 35 sec · Center Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Summit Drive
133 m · 13 sec · South Summit Drive
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Turn right onto East Hillcrest Avenue
21 m · 3 sec · East Hillcrest Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Hillcrest Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lee's Summit and Holts 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.
US 50 East
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119 mi · 02h 29m
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 Lee's Summit and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Holts Summit.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lee's Summit to Holts Summit?
The road trip is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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 66.3 miles from Lee's Summit and 66.5 miles from Holts Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.2 miles (198.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 12:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.69 one way or $35.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lee's Summit and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Holts Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Sedalia
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 Sedalia.
Sedalia
Warrensburg
Jefferson City
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lee's Summit and Holts Summit. Straight-line distance: 123.14 mi (198.18 km).
#1 Lee's Summit
The most populous city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 101,467 |
| Coordinates | 38.9108400, -94.3821700 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Holts Summit
City in Callaway County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 4,519 |
| Coordinates | 38.6403200, -92.1224100 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Holts Summit (-92.12241, 38.64032)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 214 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $17.69 | $35.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.95 | $39.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.83 | $43.65 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.88 | $49.75 |
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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