Cape Girardeau to Lee's Summit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.7 miles 461.4 km · straight line
358.4 miles estimated 576.8 km · driving distance
7h 13min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Cape Girardeau from Lee's Summit?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Lee's Summit is 286.7 miles (461.4 km) as the crow flies. Lee's Summit is located WNW of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.4 miles, taking about 7h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Girardeau and Lee's Summit. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cape Girardeau to Lee's Summit

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 13min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 40min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 51min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Girardeau & Lee's Summit

Quick Facts

Cape Girardeau
37.31°N, 89.52°W
America/Chicago
108m elevation
Lee's Summit
38.91°N, 94.38°W
America/Chicago
316m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients