Road Trips from East Independence, MO
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
51
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
31
Under 2 hours
9 total in this range
Full-day getaway
17 total in this range
Camdenton, MO
3h 24m150.1 mi one way
Four Seasons, MO
3h 22m156.4 mi one way
Seneca, MO
3h 27m172.8 mi one way
Kirksville, MO
3h 34m156.4 mi one way
Aurora, MO
3h 40m186.8 mi one way
Weekend trip
24 total in this range
Houston, MO
5h 6m254.6 mi one way
Crystal City, MO
5h 3m258.3 mi one way
Malden, MO
7h 52m408.9 mi one way
Perryville, MO
5h 53m304.4 mi one way
Charleston, MO
7h 11m379.2 mi one way
Long-haul ideas
Browse by Mood
Camdenton, MO
3h 24m150.1 mi one way
Four Seasons, MO
3h 22m156.4 mi one way
Seneca, MO
3h 27m172.8 mi one way
Houston, MO
5h 6m254.6 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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