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Weekend Drives from East Independence, MO

Routes

22

Avg Distance

132 mi

Avg Drive

2h 46m

Destinations

22

East Independence, MO sits within easy reach of 14 different destinations, all doable in a day. With 14 routes under 4 hours one way, you have options ranging from quick escapes to fuller day trips averaging 141 miles.

Planning Tips

Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of East Independence, MO — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
Check fuel prices at your destination versus East Independence, MO — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 14 mapped routes from East Independence, MO that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 14 unique destinations. Average distance is about 141 miles one way.

Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.

Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

All Weekend Drives

East Independence, MO → Cameron, MO

48.8 mi 1h 4m Score: 6/10

East Independence, MO → Adrian, MO

52.6 mi 1h 13m Score: 7/10

East Independence, MO → Carrollton, MO

63.3 mi 1h 21m Score: 7/10

East Independence, MO → Country Club Village, MO

69.4 mi 1h 28m Score: 7/10

East Independence, MO → Appleton City, MO

82.8 mi 1h 48m Score: 7/10

East Independence, MO → New Franklin, MO

96.9 mi 1h 56m Score: 7/10

East Independence, MO → Albany, MO

94.8 mi 2h 11m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Brookfield, MO

112.1 mi 2h 17m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Jefferson City, MO

147.3 mi 2h 48m Score: 9/10

East Independence, MO → Terre Haute, MO

137.5 mi 3h Score: 9/10

East Independence, MO → Carl Junction, MO

155.1 mi 3h 5m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Buffalo, MO

153.1 mi 3h 17m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Polk, MO

142.6 mi 3h 18m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Four Seasons, MO

156.4 mi 3h 22m Score: 9/10

East Independence, MO → Camdenton, MO

150.1 mi 3h 24m Score: 9/10

East Independence, MO → Mount Vernon, MO

170.2 mi 3h 24m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Ash Grove, MO

156 mi 3h 33m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Battlefield, MO

171.4 mi 3h 35m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Aurora, MO

186.8 mi 3h 40m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Center, MO

191.7 mi 3h 43m Score: 9/10

East Independence, MO → Marshfield, MO

176 mi 3h 45m Score: 8/10

East Independence, MO → Billings, MO

180.1 mi 3h 45m Score: 8/10

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