Origin
Lee's Summit, MO
Night in Lee's Summit on Thursday
Local time
11:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lee's Summit, MO to Dallas, MO
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
18m
Distance
13.8 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lee's Summit, MO
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Dallas, MO
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Trip Overview
This quick 18-minute drive from Lee's Summit, MO to Dallas, MO covers just 13.8 miles, making it an ideal and easy addition to any Midwest itinerary. You'll spend most of your time on US 50, with a small portion on local streets like Southwest 3rd Street and West 103rd Street. With a low estimated fuel cost of just $2, this is a budget-friendly option. Given the short distance, it's definitely a single-day trip, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. The route stays within the familiar Midwest region, offering a straightforward journey.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 13.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 88% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.2 miles on US 50, providing a consistent pace. While much of the journey is on the highway, you'll transition onto local roads like Southwest 3rd Street and West 103rd Street near your destination, which might offer a slight change in scenery and speed. The overall feel is one of efficient travel rather than a winding scenic tour.
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 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and Southwest 3rd Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near US 50.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles (Wornall Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward I 470 West, US 50 West: Wichita
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 470 West, US 50 West: Wichita
7
13 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward Wornall Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 75A
Toward Wornall Road
4
13.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Wornall Road
Turn right onto Wornall Road
Navigation decision point
5
13.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
13.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| Southwest 3rd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West 103rd Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Madison Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Wornall Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 12.2 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit, MO and Dallas, MO.
1
Start on Southwest 3rd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 3rd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 50 West: Raytown
3
Merge onto US 50
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50
4
Take the exit onto US 50
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 50
Toward I 470 West, US 50 West: Wichita
Use the right lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 75A
Toward Wornall Road
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto Wornall Road
182 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wornall Road
7
Turn right onto West 103rd Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 103rd Street
8
Turn left onto Madison Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Madison Avenue
9
Turn left
66 ft
·
10 sec
10
Turn left
94 ft
·
6 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.16 one way
$4.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.37 | $4.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.66 | $5.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.05 | $6.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Dallas, MO
Night in Dallas on Thursday
Local time
11:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
18 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
18m 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 Dallas, MO covers 13.8 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 50, Southwest 3rd Street, West 103rd Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 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 $2.16 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles (Wornall Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lee's Summit, MO to Dallas, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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