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Trip from Lee's Summit, MO to Duquesne, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
137.9 mi
222 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
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6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
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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Duquesne, MO
Momo King
Trip Overview
Lee's Summit, MO to Duquesne, MO is 137.9 miles and takes about 2h 37m via I 49 and MO 291, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Midwest region, primarily within Missouri, offering a straightforward drive. With a high percentage of highway miles, it's designed for efficient travel. This trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, making it a convenient option for those looking for a relatively quick transit between these two points.
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
69 miles from Lee's Summit, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 106.6 mi | 1h 54m |
| MO 291 | 16.9 mi | 24m |
| Edward F. Dixon III Memorial Highway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| East 7th Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Duquesne Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cantrell Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 106.6 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee's Summit, MO and Duquesne, MO.
1
Start on Southwest 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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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
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 49; US 71
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 53
Toward MO 571 South, MO 96, I 49 Business, MO 171 North: Webb City
10
Turn right onto I 49 Business; MO 96; MO 171
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Edward F. Dixon III Memorial Highway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto MO 249
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
Toward MO 249 South: Joplin
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward MO 66, I 44 Business
13
Turn right onto I 44 Business; MO 66
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East 7th Street
14
Turn left onto Duquesne Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Duquesne Road
15
Arrive at destination
Duquesne Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 37m duration and 137.9-mile distance, leaving Lee's Summit in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $22, this is a very manageable one-day trip. The longest stretch of 106.6 miles on I 49 means you can settle in for a good portion of the drive, but be mindful of the transition back to surface roads around mile 124 as you near Duquesne. Plan your final fuel stop before you leave I 49 to ensure you have enough for the remainder of the trip.
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 69 miles from Lee's Summit, MO, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.6 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 30 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69 miles or 1h 21m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Duquesne, 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 137.9 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 106.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69 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 106.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Sapp Brothers Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.6 mi from route
Road Ranger
1.7 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.9 mi from route
QuikTrip
1.9 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 135.4 — 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
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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
6
124.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Take the exit toward MO 571 South, MO 96, I 49 Business, MO 171 North: Webb City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 53
Toward MO 571 South, MO 96, I 49 Business, MO 1...
5
131.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
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MO 249 / Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MO 249 / Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway toward MO 249 South: Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MO 249 South: Joplin
5
135.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward MO 66, I 44 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MO 66, I 44 Business
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.56 one way
$43.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.67 | $47.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.54 | $53.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.45 | $60.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.48 | $6.62 |
| Efficient EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.07 | $5.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.2 | 0 | $19.31 | $8.83 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Origin
Lee's Summit, MO
Morning in Lee's Summit on Tuesday
Local time
11:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Duquesne, MO
Morning in Duquesne on Tuesday
Local time
11:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Nevada, MO
69 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
8 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 37m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Washington Carver National Monument
National Monument
The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 137.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 90% of the route utilizing major roads like I 49 and MO 291. You'll experience a longest stretch of 106.6 miles on I 49, suggesting extended periods of steady cruising. Expect the transition from highway to surface roads to occur around mile 124, as you approach your destination. The high highway share means you'll encounter a consistent flow of traffic and numerous exits along the initial portion of your trip.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106.6 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and MO 291. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 37m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 124.5 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 2h 37m. Total distance: 137.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106.6 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 124.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — George Washington Carver National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Duquesne, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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