How far is Mount Vernon, MO from Lee's Summit, MO?
The driving distance from Mount Vernon, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is about 154.1 miles (248 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.6 miles (206.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 02m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Vernon County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Vernon and Lee's Summit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon and Lee's Summit.
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Start on the route
73 m · 24 sec
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Turn right onto West Center Street
104 m · 18 sec · West Center Street
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Turn right onto North Hazel Street
53 m · 13 sec · North Hazel Street
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Turn left onto West Water Street
1472 ft · 42 sec · West Water Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Spring Park Boulevard
6.1 mi · 9 min · North Spring Park Boulevard
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Turn left
15.7 mi · 18 min
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Continue on Springfield Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Springfield Street
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Continue straight
8.3 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto East Java Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East Java Street
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Continue on East Northwoods Street
1212 ft · 24 sec · East Northwoods Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Garrison Avenue
3105 ft · 55 sec · North Garrison Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
2198 ft · 27 sec
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Continue on Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway
10.5 mi · 11 min · Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
92.9 mi · 1 hr 40 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
817 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
74 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left
8.3 mi · 12 min
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Turn slight left
8.5 mi · 12 min
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Continue on Southwest Jefferson Street
1036 ft · 28 sec · Southwest Jefferson Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Southwest Jefferson Street
58 m · 4 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 Mount Vernon 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.
Purple Heart Trail
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
92.9 mi · 01h 40m
Route Summary
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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 then Mostly Sunny leaving Mount Vernon and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny near Lee's Summit.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Vernon to Lee's Summit?
The road trip is about 154.1 miles (248 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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?
Nevada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.5 miles from Mount Vernon and 76.7 miles from Lee's Summit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.6 miles (206.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 1:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.51 one way or $41.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny around Mount Vernon and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny near Lee's Summit.
Stop Ideas Near Nevada
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Warrensburg
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Vernon and Lee's Summit. Straight-line distance: 128.58 mi (206.93 km).
#1 Mount Vernon
City in Missouri
| Population | 4,477 |
| Coordinates | 37.1036700, -93.8185400 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| 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: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $20.51 | $41.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.14 | $46.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.32 | $50.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.85 | $57.71 |
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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