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Trip from Lee's Summit, MO to Brookfield, MO

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 31m

Distance

127.7 mi

206 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 21m ★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Jackson and Cass counties in Missouri, United States

Lee's Summit, MO

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Downtown Brookfield, MO, MO

Brookfield, MO

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Trip Overview

This 127.7-mile drive from Lee's Summit, MO, to Brookfield, MO, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 31 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, it's an economical option for a day trip, making an overnight stay unnecessary. You'll spend 97% of your time on major highways, primarily the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and I-435, with a brief section on Blue Parkway. The route stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout. This is a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

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

63.9 miles from Lee's Summit, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway 101.7 mi 1h 54m
I 435 11.6 mi 13m
Blue Parkway 7.7 mi 11m
West Helm Street 1.8 mi 3m
US 50 1.7 mi 1m
I435 N 1.3 mi 1m
Southwest 3rd Street 0.6 mi 1m
MO 110 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Chicago-Kansas City Expressway — 101.7 mi, about 1h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit, MO and Brookfield, 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

Continue on MO 350

7.7 mi · 11 min · Blue Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec
Toward I 435 North Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Merge onto I 435

11 mi · 13 min · I 435
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on I435 N

1.3 mi · 1 min · I435 N
8

Continue on I 435

0.1 mi · 9 sec · I 435
9

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 14 sec
Exit 52B I35 Toward I 35: Kansas City, Des Moines Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Exit I35 N Toward I 35 North, MO 110 East: Des Moines Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto I 35; MO 110

6.3 mi · 7 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35; MO 110

35 mi · 37 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
13

Take the exit onto MO 110

0.2 mi · 33 sec · MO 110
Exit 54 Toward US 36, MO 110 East, I 35 Business: Cameron, Hamilton
14

Turn right onto US 36; MO 110

61 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
15

Turn slight left onto US 36 Business

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Helm Street
Toward Brookfield
16

Turn left onto MO 11

220 ft · 7 sec · South Main Street
17

Arrive at destination

MO 11

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 31 minutes for this 127.7-mile drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best, though an early start can help you beat any potential local traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $20, planning is minimal. The majority of your travel will be on the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and I-435. A practical tip for this route is to ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on the longest 101.7-mile stretch on the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, as services might be spaced out.

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 63.9 miles from Lee's Summit, MO, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.7 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 28 miles or 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 63.9 miles or 1h 15m 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 2m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookfield, 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 127.7 miles and 2h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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 Chicago-Kansas City Expressway for about 101.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Missouri, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cameron, MO

64 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

Liberty, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New York, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 63.9 miles from Lee's Summit, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Chicago-Kansas City Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Ginger Sue's

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Liberty, Missouri

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 27.4

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+18164077707

Visit website

Ginger Sue's

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 27.4

Liberty, Missouri

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+18164077707

Visit website

Olive Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.1

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18167630009

Wolcano Teppanyaki

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.2

North Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18168281200

Visit website

Nelle Belle's Diner

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 27.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18162161474

Café Verona

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 18.2

Independence, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18168330044

Visit website

Core Coffee & Eatery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.2

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18162875027

Visit website

Shoal Creek Living History Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 27.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+18167922655

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.2 and 64.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
10.2 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 435 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 435 North
5
10.6 mi into trip | ~16m in | I 435

Merge onto I 435

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
23.5 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward I 35: Kansas City, Des Moines

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 52B I35 Toward I 35: Kansas City, Des Moines
9
23.6 mi into trip | ~31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 35 North, MO 110 East: Des Moines

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit I35 N Toward I 35 North, MO 110 East: Des Moines
6
64.8 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | MO 110

Take the exit onto MO 110 toward US 36, MO 110 East, I 35 Business: Cameron, Hamilton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 54 Toward US 36, MO 110 East, I 35 Business: Camer...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.96 one way

$39.93 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $21.92 $43.84
premium $4.89 $24.57 $49.15
diesel $5.61 $28.19 $56.39

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 44.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.3 0 $13.41 $6.13
Efficient EV 31.9 0 $11.17 $5.11
EV Truck/SUV 51.1 0 $17.88 $8.17

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Lee's Summit, MO

Night in Lee's Summit on Saturday

Local time

11:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brookfield, MO

Night in Brookfield on Saturday

Local time

11:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°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

2 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

2h 31m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 127.7-mile trip, with 97% of the route utilizing major expressways like the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and I-435. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 101.7 miles on the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, allowing for sustained travel. While you'll encounter Blue Parkway, the overall character is that of a fast-paced drive. The road primarily facilitates efficient travel rather than offering extensive scenic detours, making it ideal for covering ground quickly.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.7 mi on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and I 435. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 127.7 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 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (I 435): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Lee's Summit, MO and Brookfield, MO, road signs point toward Des Moines and Hamilton.

Des Moines

23.5 mi in | ~31m

Hamilton

64.8 mi in | ~1h 16m | via MO 110

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 127.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 31m 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 101.7 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Brookfield, 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 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (I 435): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brookfield, 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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