Fort Smith to Lee's Summit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Smith from Lee's Summit?

The distance from Fort Smith to Lee's Summit is 243.6 miles (392 km) as the crow flies. Lee's Summit is located N of Fort Smith. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.5 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Fort Smith in Arkansas 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Smith 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.