Origin
Cole Camp, MO
Night in Cole Camp on Wednesday
Local time
9:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cole Camp, MO to Lee's Summit, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
86.8 mi
140 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cole Camp, MO
cottonbro studio
Lee's Summit, MO
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Cole Camp, MO to Lee's Summit, MO covers 86.8 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Main Street, Highway 52, US 65 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.57 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
43.4 miles from Cole Camp, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 28m drive with frequent turns across 86.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cole Camp, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cole Camp, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Highway 52 | — | — |
| US 65 North | — | — |
| West Broadway Boulevard | — | — |
| MO 291 South | — | — |
| Southwest Jefferson Street | — | — |
| Southwest 3rd Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cole Camp, MO and Lee's Summit, MO.
1
Start on South Maple Street
75 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Maple Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on State Highway 52
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 52
4
Take the ramp right toward US 65 North, MO 52 Wesy: Sedalia
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 65 North, MO 52 Wesy: Sedalia
5
Continue straight
11 mi
·
14 min
6
Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
65 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
West Broadway Boulevard
7
Take the exit slight right toward MO 291 South: Jefferson Street, Harrisonville
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
MO 291 South: Jefferson Street, Harrisonville
8
Keep slight right
472 ft
·
12 sec
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Southwest Jefferson Street
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest Jefferson Street
10
Exit the roundabout onto Southwest Jefferson Street
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Southwest Jefferson Street
11
Turn left onto Southwest 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Southwest 3rd Street
12
Arrive at your destination
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 43.4 miles from Cole Camp, MO, or about 44m into the drive.
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 19 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.4 miles or 44m 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 15m
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 Cole Camp, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cole Camp, MO
This is one driving day of about 86.8 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Cole Camp, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.4 mi from Cole Camp, MO · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.4 miles from Cole Camp, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$13.57 one way
$27.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.90 | $29.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.70 | $33.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.16 | $38.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.11 | $4.17 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.15 | $5.56 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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
Night in Lee's Summit on Wednesday
Local time
9:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 28m 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 Cole Camp, MO to Lee's Summit, MO covers 86.8 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, Highway 52, US 65 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.4 miles from Cole Camp, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.57 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 Cole Camp, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cole Camp, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cole Camp, MO to Lee's Summit, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Lee's Summit, MO
More from Cole Camp, MO
More trips to Lee's Summit, MO
Explore more options from Cole Camp, MO or browse trips ending in Lee's Summit, MO.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MO road trips.
Explore maps for Cole Camp, MO or Lee's Summit, MO on MapSof.net.