How far is Lebanon, MO from Blue Springs, MO?
The driving distance from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO is about 171 miles (275.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.3 miles (204.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lebanon and Blue Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon and Blue Springs.
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Start on East Commercial Street
5 m · 5 sec · East Commercial Street
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Turn right onto North Jefferson Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Jefferson Avenue
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Continue on North Jefferson Street
28.7 mi · 40 min · North Jefferson Street
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Turn right
71.7 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
58.6 mi · 1 hr 10 min · West Broadway Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 7: Blue Springs, Pleasant Hill
1301 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right
8.2 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto Corporal M.E. Webster Memorial Parkway
2585 ft · 1 min · Corporal M.E. Webster Memorial Parkway
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Turn right onto Southwest 15th Street
2782 ft · 1 min · Southwest 15th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest 15th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lebanon and Blue Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
71.7 mi · 01h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Lebanon and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Blue Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lebanon to Blue Springs?
The road trip is about 171 miles (275.2 km) and usually takes 03h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ionia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.8 miles from Lebanon and 86.2 miles from Blue Springs.
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 43.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.74 one way or $45.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lebanon and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Blue Springs.
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 Lebanon and Blue Springs. Straight-line distance: 127.31 mi (204.89 km).
#1 Lebanon
City in Laclede County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 14,881 |
| Coordinates | 37.6806000, -92.6637900 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blue Springs
The most populous city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 56,547 |
| Coordinates | 39.0169500, -94.2816100 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southwest 15th Street (-94.281571, 39.016949)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 275 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 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 | $22.74 | $45.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.65 | $51.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.06 | $56.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.98 | $63.97 |
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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