How far is Lincoln, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?
The driving distance from Lincoln, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is about 84.8 miles (136.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67 miles (107.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Johnson County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lincoln and Lee's Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln and Lee's Summit.
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Start on Ohio Street
9 m · 3 sec · Ohio Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1595 ft · 36 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left
22.8 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
64.9 mi · 1 hr 17 min · West Broadway Boulevard
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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 Lincoln and Lee's Summit.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Broadway Boulevard
Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
64.9 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lincoln and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance 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 Lincoln to Lee's Summit?
The road trip is about 84.8 miles (136.5 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Knob Noster is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.4 miles from Lincoln and 40.5 miles from Lee's Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67 miles (107.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.8 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 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.28 one way or $22.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lincoln and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lee's Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Knob Noster
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 Knob Noster.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lincoln and Lee's Summit. Straight-line distance: 66.98 mi (107.79 km).
#1 Lincoln
City in Benton County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,197 |
| Coordinates | 38.3908600, -93.3346500 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| 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: 136 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $11.28 | $22.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.72 | $25.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.92 | $27.83 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.86 | $31.72 |
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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