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

How far is Joliet from Lee's Summit?

The distance from Joliet to Lee's Summit is 378.1 miles (608.5 km) as the crow flies. Lee's Summit is located WSW of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 453.7 miles, taking about 9h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois and Lee's Summit in Missouri.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Joliet 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.