How far is Lee's Summit, MO from Independence, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lee's Summit and Independence is 12.58 miles (20.25 km).
Flight distance from Lee's Summit, MO to Independence, MO is 12.58 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lee's Summit, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 17.04 miles (27.43 km) by car.
Driving from Lee's Summit to Independence will take approximately 00 hours 22 minutes.
#1 Lee's Summit
The most populous city in Jackson County, Missouri. It is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Lee's Summit is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lee's Summit Public Library and the Lee's Summit Historical Society.
| Population | 101467 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°54'39"N 94°22'56"W |
| Latitude | 38.9108400 |
| Longitude | -94.3821700 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Independence
A city in Jackson County, Missouri. It is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Independence is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site and the Independence Square.
| Population | 116774 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°5'28"N 94°24'56"W |
| Latitude | 39.0911200 |
| Longitude | -94.4155100 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Independence: East Kansas Avenue (-94.415514,39.091027)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lee's Summit and Independence
The distance between Lee's Summit and Independence is 27 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 18 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Lee's Summit and Independence. The current time is 12:25:03.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.28 liters (0.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lee's Summit and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lee's Summit to Independence is $1.93 (diesel $2.66).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $1.93 | $2.13 | $2.32 | $2.66 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 16, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lee's Summit and Independence (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from New York, MO to Lee's Summit 77.89 miles (125 km)
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Lee's Summit 241.13 miles (388 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Lee's Summit 16.9 miles (27 km)
