Independence, MO Road Trips

Independence, MO serves as a solid road trip base in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 9 outbound routes across the area. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 12-mile quick runs to 411-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Independence, MO head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

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Trip Routes

21

Longest Drive

411.2 mi

Malden, MO

Quickest Drive

19m

Claycomo, MO

Plan Around Independence, MO

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Independence, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Malden, MO to Independence, MO 391.9 mi · 6h 21m Perryville, MO to Independence, MO 306.2 mi · 4h 46m Cabool, MO to Independence, MO 245.7 mi · 3h 52m Velda Village Hills, MO to Independence, MO 233.2 mi · 3h 40m

Continue From Independence, MO

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Independence, MO to Malden, MO 411.2 mi · 7h 52m Independence, MO to Perryville, MO 306.6 mi · 5h 53m Independence, MO to Cabool, MO 248 mi · 4h 52m Independence, MO to Byrnes Mill, MO 241.6 mi · 4h 46m

Trips from Independence, MO

Independence, MO to Malden, MO

411.2 mi 7h 52m

Independence, MO to Perryville, MO

306.6 mi 5h 53m

Independence, MO to Cabool, MO

248 mi 4h 52m

Independence, MO to Byrnes Mill, MO

241.6 mi 4h 46m

Independence, MO to Calverton Park, MO

231.5 mi 4h 27m

Independence, MO to Montgomery City, MO

167.1 mi 3h 10m

Independence, MO to Camdenton, MO

157 mi 3h 21m

Independence, MO to Kansas City, MO

13.8 mi 20m

Independence, MO to Claycomo, MO

12.1 mi 19m

Driving from Independence, MO

The typical drive from Independence, MO covers about 199 miles and takes around 3h 53m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 411 miles (7h 52m), while the shortest is just 12 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Independence, MO most often head toward Malden, MO (411.2 mi, 7h 52m), Perryville, MO (306.6 mi, 5h 53m), Cabool, MO (248 mi, 4h 52m), Byrnes Mill, MO (241.6 mi, 4h 46m), and Calverton Park, MO (231.5 mi, 4h 27m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in MO currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 199-mile trip from Independence, MO, budget about $29 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 9 mapped routes leaving Independence, MO and 12 routes heading into Independence, MO, covering 21 total connections. Distances range from 12 to 411 miles.

The longest mapped route from Independence, MO covers 411 miles and takes approximately 7h 52m. Shorter options start at just 12 miles.

The average route from Independence, MO runs about 199 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 53m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 199-mile trip from Independence, MO costs roughly $29 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Independence, MO include Malden, MO, Perryville, MO, Cabool, MO and Byrnes Mill, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.