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

How far is Joplin from Lee's Summit?

The distance from Joplin to Lee's Summit is 126.4 miles (203.4 km) as the crow flies. Lee's Summit is located N of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 158 miles, taking about 3h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Joplin 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.