Davenport to Lee's Summit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

269.9 miles 434.4 km · straight line
337.4 miles estimated 543 km · driving distance
6h 47min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Davenport from Lee's Summit?

The distance from Davenport to Lee's Summit is 269.9 miles (434.4 km) as the crow flies. Lee's Summit is located SW of Davenport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 337.4 miles, taking about 6h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Davenport 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 Davenport 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 Davenport to Lee's Summit

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 47min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 8min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 27min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davenport & Lee's Summit

Quick Facts

Davenport
41.52°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
180m 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 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients