Origin
Boonville, MO
Evening in Boonville on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Boonville, MO to Lee's Summit, MO
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
100.2 mi
161 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boonville, MO
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Lee's Summit, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Boonville, MO to Lee's Summit, MO covers 100.2 miles and takes about 1h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 40, I 470, East Ashley Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 84.9 miles on US 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.67 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.1 miles from Boonville, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 55m highway drive covering 100.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 40 and I 470. The longest continuous stretch is about 84.9 miles on US 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 84.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 40 and I 470. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near US 40.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Boonville, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is easy. At 1h 55m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (US 40): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.2 miles (I 470; MO 291): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
3.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 40
Turn slight right onto US 40 toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
8
89.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 15A
Toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
3
90.2 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
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I 470; MO 291
Merge onto I 470; MO 291
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
96.5 mi into trip
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~1h 48m in
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MO 291
Keep slight left at fork onto MO 291 toward MO 291 South: Harrisonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 10B
Toward MO 291 South: Harrisonville
3
99.1 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
|
Southeast 3rd Street
Turn right onto Southeast 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 40 | 84.9 mi | 1h 31m |
| I 470 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| East Ashley Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| MO 291 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 3rd Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 3rd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 40
— 84.9 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boonville, MO and Lee's Summit, MO.
1
Start on US 40; MO 5; MO 87
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn slight right
129 ft
·
4 sec
3
Turn slight right onto I 70 Bus; US 40; MO 5
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Ashley Road
4
Turn slight right onto US 40
85 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
US 40
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
5
Continue on I 70
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 15A
Toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 470; MO 291
6.4 mi
·
7 min
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I 470; MO 291
8
Keep slight left at fork onto MO 291
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
MO 291
Exit 10B
Toward MO 291 South: Harrisonville
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right onto Southeast 3rd Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 3rd Street
10
Continue on Southwest 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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Southwest 3rd Street
11
Arrive at destination
Southwest 3rd Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.1 miles from Boonville, MO, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.1 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lee's Summit, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Boonville, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Boonville, MO
This is one driving day of about 100.2 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Boonville, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 40 for about 84.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.1 mi from Boonville, MO · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.1 miles from Boonville, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.9 miles.
Arriving in Lee's Summit, MO
The final approach into Lee's Summit, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.67 one way
$31.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.20 | $34.40 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.28 | $38.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.12 | $44.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.52 | $4.81 |
| Efficient EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.77 | $4.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.03 | $6.41 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lee's Summit, MO
Evening in Lee's Summit on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 55m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Boonville, MO to Lee's Summit, MO covers 100.2 miles and takes about 1h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 40, I 470, East Ashley Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.1 miles from Boonville, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Boonville, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is easy. At 1h 55m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (US 40): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.2 miles (I 470; MO 291): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Boonville, MO to Lee's Summit, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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