Hays to Lee's Summit: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Hays from Lee's Summit?
The distance from Hays to Lee's Summit is 265.9 miles (427.9 km) as the crow flies. Lee's Summit is located E of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.4 miles, taking about 6h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Hays 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 Hays to Lee's Summit
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
- You could travel this distance about 93.7 times to circle the Earth's equator