Origin
Plattsburg, MO
Late night in Plattsburg on Tuesday
Local time
4:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plattsburg, MO to Lee's Summit, 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
1h 16m
Distance
58.9 mi
95 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plattsburg, MO
Momo King
Lee's Summit, MO
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Trip Overview
This 58.9-mile drive from Plattsburg, MO to Lee's Summit, MO is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 16 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes major highways, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Missouri cities. You won't need to split this drive or worry about overnight stays, as it's perfectly suited for a few hours on the road.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| I 435 | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| Blue Parkway | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Center Street | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| East Clay Avenue | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| US 50 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| MO PP | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
— 19.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plattsburg, MO and Lee's Summit, MO.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
66 ft
·
5 sec
·
North 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto West Locust Street
274 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Locust Street
3
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Turn left onto MO 116
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
East Clay Avenue
5
Continue on MO 33; MO 116
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Street
6
Turn right onto MO 33
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Center Street
7
Turn left onto MO PP
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MO PP
8
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
9
Merge onto I 35; MO 110
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12
Toward I 435 South: Saint Louis
11
Merge onto I 435
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
I 435
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 435
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
Toward I 435 South: Wichita
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 66
Toward MO 350 East: 63rd Street, Raytown, Lee's Summit
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto MO 350
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Blue Parkway
15
Continue on US 50
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Southwest 3rd Street
17
Turn left onto Southwest 3rd Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 3rd Street
18
Arrive at destination
Southwest 3rd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Plattsburg, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 48.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Locust Street
Turn right onto West Locust Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
34.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward I 435 South: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 12
Toward I 435 South: Saint Louis
5
44.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 435 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 435 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway toward I 435 South: Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 435 South: Wichita
8
48.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward MO 350 East: 63rd Street, Raytown, Lee's Summit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 66
Toward MO 350 East: 63rd Street, Raytown, Lee's...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.21 one way
$18.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.11 | $20.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.33 | $22.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.00 | $26.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Lee's Summit, MO
Late night in Lee's Summit on Tuesday
Local time
4:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
5 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
1h 16m 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 highway-focused experience on this route, with about 66% of the drive taking place on major expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.7 miles along the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. While predominantly highway, you'll transition onto roads like I-435 and Blue Parkway as you approach your destination, offering a mix of faster travel and more localized routes. The overall feel is one of steady progress rather than winding scenic detours.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.7 mi on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 early in the drive near West Locust Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.9 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Locust Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Plattsburg, MO to Lee's Summit, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Raytown along the way.
Raytown
48.2 mi in
|
~59m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 58.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.7 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 8 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.
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.
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: near the start (West Locust Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lee's Summit, 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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