Origin
Lee's Summit, MO
Afternoon in Lee's Summit on Thursday
Local time
3:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lee's Summit, MO to Richmond, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
46.8 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
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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Richmond, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lee's Summit, MO to Richmond, MO covers 46.8 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MO 210, I 470, MO 291 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.5 miles on MO 210. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 46.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 5m highway drive covering 46.8 miles, with most of the trip on MO 210 and I 470. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.5 miles on MO 210.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MO 210 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 210 and I 470. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Southeast Douglas Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lee's Summit, MO to Richmond, MO is easy. At 1h 5m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Southeast Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.8 miles (I 470): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Southeast Douglas Street
Turn left onto Southeast Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 470 North: Independence, Saint Louis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 470 North: Independence, Saint Louis
4
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 470
Merge onto I 470 toward I 470 North: Saint Louis
Merge point - match speed before joining
Toward I 470 North: Saint Louis
5
20.2 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward MO 210: North Kansas City, Richmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MO 210: North Kansas City, Richmond
5
45.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward MO T: Richmond, Camden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MO T: Richmond, Camden
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 Lee's Summit, MO to Richmond, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
Saint Louis
2.6 mi in
|
~5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 210 | 23.5 mi | 29m |
| I 470 | 9.7 mi | 12m |
| MO 291 | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| Southeast Douglas Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| MO 10 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| South Camden Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 3rd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 210
— 23.5 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit, MO and Richmond, MO.
1
Start on Southwest 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southwest 3rd Street
2
Continue on Southeast 3rd Street
358 ft
·
16 sec
·
Southeast 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto Southeast Douglas Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Southeast Douglas Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 470 North: Independence, Saint Louis
5
Merge onto I 470
9.7 mi
·
12 min
·
I 470
Toward I 470 North: Saint Louis
6
Continue on MO 291
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
MO 291
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward MO 210: North Kansas City, Richmond
8
Turn right onto MO 210
23 mi
·
29 min
·
MO 210
9
Continue on MO 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
MO 10
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward MO T: Richmond, Camden
11
Turn left onto MO T
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Camden Street
12
Continue on South Camden Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Camden Street
13
Turn right onto MO 10 Business
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
MO 10 Business
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.4 mi from Lee's Summit, MO · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Lee's Summit, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Richmond, MO
The final approach into Richmond, 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
$7.32 one way
$14.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.03 | $16.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.01 | $18.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.33 | $20.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Richmond, MO
Afternoon in Richmond on Thursday
Local time
3:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
20 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
1h 5m 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 Richmond, MO covers 46.8 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 210, I 470, 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 23.4 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 $7.32 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 Lee's Summit, MO to Richmond, MO is easy. At 1h 5m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Southeast Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.8 miles (I 470): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from Lee's Summit, MO to Richmond, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
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