How far is Lee's Summit, MO from Lake Ozark, MO?
The driving distance from Lee's Summit, MO to Lake Ozark, MO is about 134.1 miles (215.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.3 miles (171 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit and Lake Ozark.
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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
84.9 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Turn right
14.5 mi · 19 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
15 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto South Grand Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · South Grand Avenue
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Turn slight left onto West 17th Street
530 ft · 19 sec · West 17th Street
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp right toward US 54 West: Lake of the Ozarks
1048 ft · 26 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
883 ft · 26 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bagnell Dam Boulevard
35 m · 2 sec · Bagnell Dam Boulevard
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Exit the rotary onto Bagnell Dam Boulevard
550 ft · 14 sec · Bagnell Dam Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bagnell Dam Boulevard
36 m · 2 sec · Bagnell Dam Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Bagnell Dam Boulevard
1.6 mi · 4 min · Bagnell Dam Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bagnell Dam Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lee's Summit and Lake Ozark.
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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84.9 mi · 01h 47m
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.
Sunny leaving Lee's Summit and Sunny near Lake Ozark.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lee's Summit to Lake Ozark?
The road trip is about 134.1 miles (215.8 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Sedalia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67 miles from Lee's Summit and 67.1 miles from Lake Ozark.
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 27.8 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.84 one way or $35.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lee's Summit and Sunny near Lake Ozark.
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 Lake Ozark. Straight-line distance: 106.27 mi (171.03 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 Lake Ozark
City in Miller County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,853 |
| Coordinates | 38.1986400, -92.6388000 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Ozark (-92.6388, 38.19864)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 216 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 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 | $17.84 | $35.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.12 | $40.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.01 | $44.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.09 | $50.18 |
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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