Origin
Lebanon, MO
Afternoon in Lebanon on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
3h 39m
Distance
169.7 mi
273 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 27m
★
6 AM
3h 39m
8 AM
4h 4m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 45m
3 PM
3h 49m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lebanon, MO
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Blue Springs, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO covers 169.7 miles and takes about 3h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, West Broadway Boulevard, North Jefferson Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.7 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
84.8 miles from Lebanon, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO covers 169.7 miles and takes about 3h 39m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 71.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 5; MO 64 / North Jefferson Avenue.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO is easy. At 3h 39m with 47% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 5; MO 64 / North Jefferson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.9 miles (US 65): Navigation decision point; at 101.6 miles (US 50 / West Broadway Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MO 5; MO 64 / North Jefferson Avenue
Turn right onto MO 5; MO 64 / North Jefferson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
29.9 mi into trip
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~41m in
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US 65
Turn right onto US 65
Navigation decision point
4
101.6 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
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US 50 / West Broadway Boulevard
Turn left onto US 50 / West Broadway Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
160.2 mi into trip
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~3h 21m in
Take the exit toward MO 7: Blue Springs, Pleasant Hill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MO 7: Blue Springs, Pleasant Hill
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Pleasant Hill along the way.
Pleasant Hill
160.2 mi in
|
~3h 21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 71.7 mi | 1h 30m |
| West Broadway Boulevard | 58.6 mi | 1h 9m |
| North Jefferson Street | 28.7 mi | 39m |
| MO 7 | 8.2 mi | 14m |
| North Jefferson Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 15th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Corporal M.E. Webster Memorial Parkway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Commercial Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 71.7 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, MO and Blue Springs, MO.
1
Start on East Commercial Street
17 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Commercial Street
2
Turn right onto MO 5; MO 64
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Jefferson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on MO 64
29 mi
·
39 min
·
North Jefferson Street
4
Turn right onto US 65
72 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
US 65
5
Turn left onto US 50
59 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
West Broadway Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward MO 7: Blue Springs, Pleasant Hill
7
Turn right onto MO 7
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
MO 7
8
Turn left onto US 40
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Corporal M.E. Webster Memorial Parkway
9
Turn right onto Southwest 15th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Southwest 15th Street
10
Arrive at destination
Southwest 15th Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.8 miles from Lebanon, MO, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 37 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.8 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blue Springs, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lebanon, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lebanon, MO
This is one driving day of about 169.7 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Lebanon, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 65 for about 71.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.8 mi from Lebanon, MO · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.8 miles from Lebanon, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.7 miles.
Arriving in Blue Springs, MO
The final approach into Blue Springs, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Blue Springs, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.53 one way
$53.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.13 | $58.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.66 | $65.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.47 | $74.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.9 | 0 | $17.82 | $8.15 |
| Efficient EV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.85 | $6.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.76 | $10.86 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Blue Springs, MO
Afternoon in Blue Springs on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Warsaw, MO
85 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 39m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO covers 169.7 miles and takes about 3h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, West Broadway Boulevard, North Jefferson Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.8 miles from Lebanon, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.53 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO is easy. At 3h 39m with 47% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 5; MO 64 / North Jefferson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.9 miles (US 65): Navigation decision point; at 101.6 miles (US 50 / West Broadway Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lebanon, MO to Blue Springs, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Pleasant Hill along the way.
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