How far is Blue Springs, MO from Lebanon, MO?
The driving distance from Blue Springs, MO to Lebanon, MO is about 169.8 miles (273.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.3 miles (204.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blue Springs and Lebanon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Springs and Lebanon.
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Start on Southwest 15th Street
2705 ft · 1 min · Southwest 15th Street
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Turn left onto Corporal M.E. Webster Memorial Parkway
2675 ft · 1 min · Corporal M.E. Webster Memorial Parkway
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Turn right
8.3 mi · 15 min
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Turn left onto US 50 East: Warrensburg, Sedalia
1006 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
58.7 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Turn right onto South Limit Avenue
71.7 mi · 1 hr 31 min · South Limit Avenue
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Turn left
29.9 mi · 42 min
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Turn left onto East Commercial Street
5 m · 1 sec · East Commercial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Commercial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blue Springs and Lebanon.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Limit Avenue
Turn right onto South Limit Avenue
71.7 mi · 01h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Blue Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lebanon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blue Springs to Lebanon?
The road trip is about 169.8 miles (273.3 km) and usually takes 03h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ionia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.9 miles from Blue Springs and 84.9 miles from Lebanon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.3 miles (204.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.59 one way or $45.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Blue Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lebanon.
Stop Ideas Near Ionia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ionia.
Sedalia
Warrensburg
Jefferson City
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blue Springs and Lebanon. Straight-line distance: 127.31 mi (204.89 km).
#1 Blue Springs
The most populous city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 56,547 |
| Coordinates | 39.0169500, -94.2816100 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lebanon
City in Laclede County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 14,881 |
| Coordinates | 37.6806000, -92.6637900 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lebanon (-92.66379, 37.6806)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 273 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $22.59 | $45.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.48 | $50.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.88 | $55.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.77 | $63.54 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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