Origin
Lee's Summit, MO
Morning in Lee's Summit on Wednesday
Local time
6:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lee's Summit, MO to Granby, MO
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
146.1 mi
235 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
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6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 0m
12 PM
2h 58m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 46m
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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Trip Overview
This 146.1-mile drive from Lee's Summit, MO to Granby, MO is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 52 minutes. With 89% of the route on highways, it's a quick trip that works perfectly as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops. The estimated fuel cost is around $23, making it an economical option for a weekend getaway or a quick visit. You'll primarily be traveling on I-49 and MO 291, offering a consistent driving experience throughout your travel within the Midwest region. This route is ideal if you're looking for efficient travel between these two Missouri locations.
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
73 miles from Lee's Summit, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with a significant 89% of the drive taking place on major roads. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 113.6 miles primarily on I-49, which means long periods of consistent speed. While the main roads like I-49 and MO 291 provide a direct path, the inclusion of George Washington Carver Memorial Highway suggests a potential shift in scenery and road type for a portion of the trip. This blend offers a balance between efficient travel and a taste of local Missouri roadways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 113.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and MO 291. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Southwest Jefferson Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lee's Summit, MO to Granby, MO is easy. At 2h 52m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Southwest Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Southwest Jefferson Street
Turn right onto Southwest Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
17.7 mi into trip
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~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
4
137.8 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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MO J / West Market Street
Turn left onto MO J / West Market Street
Navigation decision point
4
146.1 mi into trip
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~2h 52m in
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US 60 / West Valley Street
Turn right onto US 60 / West Valley Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 113.6 mi | 2h 1m |
| MO 291 | 16.9 mi | 24m |
| George Washington Carver Memorial Highway | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| MO E | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| West Market Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Southwest Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cantrell Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 113.6 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit, MO and Granby, MO.
1
Start on Southwest 3rd Street
0.1 mi
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15 sec
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Southwest 3rd Street
2
Turn right onto Southwest Jefferson Street
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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Southwest Jefferson Street
3
Enter roundabout
251 ft
·
5 sec
4
Continue
367 ft
·
9 sec
5
Continue on MO 291
17 mi
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24 min
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MO 291
6
Continue on Cantrell Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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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
114 mi
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2 hr 1 min
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I 49; US 71
9
Continue on MO 59
6.3 mi
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9 min
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George Washington Carver Memorial Highway
Exit 46A
Toward MO 59 South: Diamond
10
Turn left onto MO J
3.0 mi
·
5 min
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West Market Street
11
Continue on MO E
5.3 mi
·
9 min
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MO E
12
Turn right onto US 60
12 ft
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0 sec
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West Valley Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 60
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour and 52-minute duration, this drive is best tackled in one day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Plan to leave Lee's Summit in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially on I-49. With a longest stretch of over 113 miles, ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking; the estimated $23 fuel cost is a good budget indicator. While the route is predominantly highway, keep an eye out for any posted speed limit changes as you transition onto MO 291 or George Washington Carver Memorial Highway, especially as you get closer to Granby.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from Lee's Summit, MO, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.6 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 26m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Granby, 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 146.1 miles and 2h 52m.
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 I 49 for about 113.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73 mi from Lee's Summit, MO · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 73 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 I 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.6 miles.
Arriving in Granby, MO
The final approach into Granby, 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 Granby, MO.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.84 one way
$45.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.08 | $50.16 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.12 | $56.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.26 | $64.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.34 | $7.01 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.78 | $5.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.45 | $9.35 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Granby, MO
Morning in Granby on Wednesday
Local time
6:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Nevada, MO
73 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
16 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
2h 52m 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 Granby, MO covers 146.1 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, MO 291, George Washington Carver Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73 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 $22.84 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Lee's Summit, MO to Granby, MO is easy. At 2h 52m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Southwest Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lee's Summit, MO to Granby, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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