Cedar Falls to Lee's Summit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Falls from Lee's Summit?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Lee's Summit is 269.7 miles (434 km) as the crow flies. Lee's Summit is located SSW of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 337.1 miles, taking about 6h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Lee's Summit in Missouri.

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 Cedar Falls 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.