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Trip from Grain Valley, MO to Lee's Summit, MO

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Drive Time

27m

Distance

16 mi

26 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 7 min
4 AM
0h 26m ★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Grain Valley, MO, MO

Grain Valley, MO

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city in Jackson and Cass counties in Missouri, United States

Lee's Summit, MO

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Trip Overview

The drive from Grain Valley, MO to Lee's Summit, MO covers 16 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 40, MO 291, Southwest Woods Chapel Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.2 miles on US 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.50 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

8 miles from Grain Valley, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 27m highway drive covering 16 miles, with most of the trip on US 40 and MO 291. The longest continuous stretch is about 6.2 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 12 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 6.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 40 and MO 291. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO AA / North Main Street.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO AA / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (Southwest Woods Chapel Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MO AA / North Main Street

Turn left onto MO AA / North Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
6.5 mi into trip | ~11m in | Southwest Woods Chapel Road

Turn left onto Southwest Woods Chapel Road

Navigation decision point

7
10.2 mi into trip | ~18m in

Turn left toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit, Harrisonville

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit,...
3
10.4 mi into trip | ~18m in | I 470; MO 291

Merge onto I 470; MO 291

Merge point - match speed before joining

8
12.4 mi into trip | ~20m in | 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

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Grain Valley, MO to Lee's Summit, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisonville along the way.

Harrisonville

10.2 mi in | ~18m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 40 6.2 mi 10m
MO 291 2.5 mi 4m
Southwest Woods Chapel Road 2.3 mi 4m
I 470 2 mi 2m
Northeast Woods Chapel Road 1.3 mi 2m
Southeast 3rd Street 0.9 mi 2m
North Main Street 0.3 mi <1m
Southwest 3rd Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 40 — 6.2 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Grain Valley, MO and Lee's Summit, MO.

1

Start on West Front Street

98 ft · 9 sec · West Front Street
2

Turn left onto MO AA

0.3 mi · 51 sec · North Main Street
3

Turn left onto US 40

6.2 mi · 10 min · US 40
4

Turn left onto Southwest Woods Chapel Road

2.3 mi · 4 min · Southwest Woods Chapel Road
5

Continue on Northeast Woods Chapel Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Northeast Woods Chapel Road
6

Continue on Woods Chapel Road

415 ft · 14 sec · Woods Chapel Road
7

Turn left

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit, Harrisonville
8

Merge onto I 470; MO 291

2.0 mi · 2 min · I 470; MO 291
9

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.
10

Turn right onto Southeast 3rd Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Southeast 3rd Street
11

Continue on Southwest 3rd Street

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Southwest 3rd Street
12

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 8 miles from Grain Valley, MO, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.2 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 16 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 8 miles or 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lee's Summit, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Grain Valley, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Grain Valley, MO

This is one driving day of about 16 miles and 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grain Valley, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 40 for about 6.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 8 mi from Grain Valley, MO · 14m into the drive

city in Missouri, United States, that is one of two county seats of Jackson County and the largest city in Missouri

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kansas City, MO

8 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.

Popular next leg

Kansas City, MO to Lee's Summit, MO

19.6 mi · 29m

Pacing Suggestions

Kansas City, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kansas City, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 8 miles from Grain Valley, 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.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lee's Summit, MO.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.50 one way

$5.00 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $2.75 $5.49
premium $4.89 $3.08 $6.16
diesel $5.61 $3.53 $7.07

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$28–$53

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 4.8 0 $1.68 $0.77
Efficient EV 4 0 $1.40 $0.64
EV Truck/SUV 6.4 0 $2.24 $1.02

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Grain Valley, MO

Morning in Grain Valley on Wednesday

Local time

7:13 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Mostly Cloudy

SSW 12 to 17 mph 12% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 3:57AM CDT until April 14 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 3:46AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Lee's Summit, MO

Morning in Lee's Summit on Wednesday

Local time

7:13 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Mostly Cloudy

SSW 13 to 18 mph 13% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 3:57AM CDT until April 14 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 3:46AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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

5 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

27m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Grain Valley, MO to Lee's Summit, MO covers 16 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 40, MO 291, Southwest Woods Chapel 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 8 miles from Grain Valley, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.50 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.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO AA / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (Southwest Woods Chapel Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Grain Valley, MO to Lee's Summit, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisonville along the way.

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