Origin
Lee's Summit, MO
Late night in Lee's Summit on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lee's Summit, MO to Adrian, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
37.3 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
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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Adrian, MO
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 37.3-mile drive from Lee's Summit to Adrian, Missouri, is a quick trip, averaging just 49 minutes. With 95% of the journey on highways, it's an easy day trip, perfect for a short excursion within the Midwest region. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $6, making it an economical choice. You'll primarily be on I-49 and MO 291, offering a direct and efficient path between these two Missouri towns. Given its brevity, no overnight stops are necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 18.4 mi | 19m |
| MO 291 | 16.9 mi | 24m |
| Southwest Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| MO 18 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 1st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cantrell Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 18.4 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit, MO and Adrian, 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
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
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 49; US 71
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 141
Toward MO 18: Clinton, Adrian
10
Turn right onto MO 18
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East 1st Street
11
Continue on MO 18
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
MO 18
12
Turn left onto MO 18
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
MO 18
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Lee's Summit, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 36.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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
6
36.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward MO 18: Clinton, Adrian
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 141
Toward MO 18: Clinton, Adrian
4
36.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
MO 18 / East 1st Street
Turn right onto MO 18 / East 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
36.9 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
MO 18 / East Main Street
Turn left onto MO 18 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.83 one way
$11.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.40 | $12.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.18 | $14.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Adrian, MO
Late night in Adrian on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
SSW 7 to 10 mph
6% chance
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
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
49m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 95% of your travel occurring on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.4 miles on I-49, providing a consistent pace. While much of the drive will be on these main arteries, you'll also navigate segments of MO 291 and Southwest Jefferson Street, which may offer slightly different driving dynamics. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed to get you from point A to point B without much fuss.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.4 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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 0.6 miles in.
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 Adrian, MO is easy. At 49m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 36.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 37.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.4 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 36.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Adrian, MO before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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