Origin
Glasgow Village, MO
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11:20 PM
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Current temp
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Trip from Glasgow Village, MO to Lee's Summit, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 45m
Distance
243.1 mi
391 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 32m
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6 AM
4h 45m
8 AM
5h 12m
10 AM
4h 55m
12 PM
4h 52m
3 PM
4h 56m
5 PM
5h 11m
8 PM
4h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glasgow Village, MO
Sinitta Leunen
Lee's Summit, MO
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Trip Overview
Glasgow Village, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is 243.1 miles and takes about 4h 45m via I 70, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays entirely within Missouri, moving you across the Midwest region. Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of your journey. Given its manageable length and primary use of major interstates, this trip is well-suited for a single day of travel. It's a straightforward connection between two points, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
121.6 miles from Glasgow Village, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 215.4 mi | 4h 4m |
| I 270 | 12.5 mi | 15m |
| I 470 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| MO 291 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Lilac Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 3rd Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Shepley Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 215.4 mi, about 4h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glasgow Village, MO and Lee's Summit, MO.
1
Start on Trongate Place
45 ft
·
2 sec
·
Trongate Place
2
Turn right onto Cameron Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Cameron Road
3
Turn right onto Estridge Road
223 ft
·
10 sec
·
Estridge Road
4
Turn right onto Presley Road
288 ft
·
16 sec
·
Presley Road
5
Turn left onto Balmoral Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
Balmoral Drive
6
At end of road, turn left onto Shepley Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shepley Drive
7
Turn slight right onto Lilac Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lilac Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 270 West
9
Merge onto I 270
12 mi
·
15 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 20A
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
11
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
this road
Exit 20A-B
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 20B
Toward I 70 West: Kansas City
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 70
215 mi
·
4 hr 4 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 70
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 15A
Toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
Use the right lane.
16
Merge onto I 470; MO 291
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 470; MO 291
17
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.
18
Turn right onto Southeast 3rd Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 3rd Street
19
Continue on Southwest 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southwest 3rd Street
20
Arrive at destination
Southwest 3rd Street
Trip Plan
For this 243.1-mile drive, you can comfortably complete it in a single day, so flexibility is on your side. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected traffic. The longest stretch without a major change is 215.4 miles on I 70, so plan your refueling and rest stops accordingly. Given the highway-focused profile and the $38 estimated fuel cost, ensure your tank is sufficiently full before embarking on the longest segment. While there's only one recommended stop, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the 200-mile mark on I 70.
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 121.6 miles from Glasgow Village, MO, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 215.4 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 53 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.6 miles or 2h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 51m
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 Glasgow Village, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Glasgow Village, MO
This is one driving day of about 243.1 miles and 4h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Glasgow Village, 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 70 for about 215.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
122 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 121.6 miles from Glasgow Village, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 215.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 239.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Estridge Road
Turn right onto Estridge Road
Navigation decision point
6
14.7 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 20A
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
8
15.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 West: Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20B
Toward I 70 West: Kansas City
8
232.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 15A
Toward I 470 South, MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
8
239.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.01 one way
$76.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $41.73 | $83.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $46.78 | $93.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.67 | $107.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.9 | 0 | $25.53 | $11.67 |
| Efficient EV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.27 | $9.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.03 | $15.56 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lee's Summit, MO
Night in Lee's Summit on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
4h 45m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gateway Arch National Park
National Park
Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
$19
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the journey utilizing major interstates. You'll spend most of your time on I 70, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 215.4 miles. The character of the drive is consistent, offering a fast-paced experience on well-maintained highways. While the landscape is not specifically detailed, the highway-centric nature suggests a focus on efficient travel rather than winding scenic roads. You can anticipate a steady rhythm as you cover ground on these primary arteries.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 215.4 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 270. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Estridge Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 243.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Estridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Glasgow Village, MO to Lee's Summit, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
Kansas City
14.7 mi in
|
~21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 45m. Total distance: 243.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 215.4 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lee's Summit, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Estridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway Arch National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Lee's Summit, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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