Lee's Summit to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lee's Summit from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Lee's Summit to Springfield, Illinois is 260.5 miles (419.2 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located ENE of Lee's Summit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 325.6 miles, taking about 6h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Lee's Summit in Missouri and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lee's Summit and Springfield, Illinois. 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.