Origin
Lee's Summit, MO
Afternoon in Lee's Summit on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lee's Summit, MO to Camdenton, MO
Drive Time
3h
Distance
134.7 mi
217 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
★
6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 23m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 22m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lee's Summit, MO
Jeevan Mahat
Camdenton, MO
Change C.C
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Lee's Summit to Camdenton, expect a straightforward 134.7-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours behind the wheel. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via MO 7, East Division Road, and MO 291 as you transition through the heart of the Midwest. Budgeting approximately $20 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an economical choice for a weekend excursion. Because the drive is relatively short and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you from the Kansas City metro area to the central Missouri region with ease.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.3 miles from Lee's Summit, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive keeps you moving efficiently, with 78% of the route consisting of highway travel. You will encounter a significant 77-mile stretch on MO 7, which serves as the backbone of your journey. The road transitions from the suburban feel of Lee's Summit into the more open, rolling terrain characteristic of central Missouri. Expect a consistent pace as you transition between the main thoroughfares, though you should stay alert for the necessary shifts between MO 291 and the local roads. It is not a monotonous interstate grind, but rather a steady, functional path that balances speed with the transition into the Missouri countryside.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MO 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 77 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 7 and East Division Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Southwest Jefferson Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Southwest Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.8 miles (MO 7): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Southwest Jefferson Street
Turn right onto Southwest Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
17.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
5
20.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
MO 7
Take the exit onto MO 7 toward MO 7 South: Clinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 157
Toward MO 7 South: Clinton
5
20.9 mi into trip
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~30m in
|
MO 7
Turn slight left onto MO 7 toward MO 7 South: Clinton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 157
Toward MO 7 South: Clinton
6
134.6 mi into trip
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~3h in
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US 54
At end of road, turn right onto US 54
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 7 | 77 mi | 1h 39m |
| East Division Road | 27.6 mi | 37m |
| MO 291 | 16.9 mi | 24m |
| MO 5 | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| I 49 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| East Ohio Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 54 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 7
— 77 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit, MO and Camdenton, MO.
1
Start on Southwest 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Southwest 3rd Street
2
Turn right onto Southwest Jefferson Street
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Southwest Jefferson Street
Use the none lane.
3
Enter roundabout
251 ft
·
5 sec
4
Continue
367 ft
·
9 sec
5
Continue on MO 291
17 mi
·
24 min
·
MO 291
6
Continue on Cantrell Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Cantrell Road
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
8
Merge onto I 49; US 71
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 49; US 71
9
Take the exit onto MO 7
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
MO 7
Exit 157
Toward MO 7 South: Clinton
10
Turn slight left onto MO 7
39 mi
·
44 min
·
MO 7
Exit 157
Toward MO 7 South: Clinton
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto MO 7
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Ohio Street
12
Continue on MO 7
28 mi
·
37 min
·
East Division Road
13
Take the ramp onto MO 7
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
MO 7
Toward MO 7 South, MO 65 South: Springfield
14
Turn left onto MO 7
31 mi
·
46 min
·
MO 7
15
At end of road, turn right onto MO 5; MO 7
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
MO 5; MO 7
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 54 West: Nevada
17
Turn slight right onto US 54
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 54
18
Turn left onto Court Circle SE
147 ft
·
4 sec
·
Court Circle SE
19
Continue on Court Circle SE
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Court Circle SE
20
Continue on Court Circle SW
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
Court Circle SW
21
At end of road, turn right onto US 54
296 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 54
22
Arrive at destination
US 54
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3-hour journey, try to depart early in the morning to avoid any peak traffic congestion near Lee's Summit. Since the trip only requires one planned stop, you have the freedom to decide exactly when you need to stretch your legs or refuel. Keep your $20 gas budget in mind, as filling up before you leave the metro area can help you avoid potentially higher prices in smaller towns. Given the 77-mile stretch on MO 7, ensure your vehicle is prepped for a sustained period of highway driving before heading out. The manageable duration of this trip means you can easily adjust your pace to suit your travel style without feeling rushed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.3 miles from Lee's Summit, MO, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.3 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Camdenton, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lee's Summit, 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 Lee's Summit, MO
This is one driving day of about 134.7 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lee's Summit, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on MO 7 for about 77 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.3 mi from Lee's Summit, MO · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.3 miles from Lee's Summit, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MO 7 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77 miles.
Arriving in Camdenton, MO
The final approach into Camdenton, 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 Camdenton, 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
$20.46 one way
$40.92 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $22.55 | $45.11 |
| premium | $4.80 | $25.43 | $50.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.93 | $59.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.14 | $6.47 |
| Efficient EV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.79 | $5.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.9 | 0 | $18.86 | $8.62 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Camdenton, MO
Afternoon in Camdenton on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
56°F
Billings, MO
67 mi in
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
28 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 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 Lee's Summit, MO to Camdenton, MO covers 134.7 miles and takes about 3h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 7, East Division Road, MO 291. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.3 miles from Lee's Summit, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Southwest Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.8 miles (MO 7): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Lee's Summit, MO to Camdenton, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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