Independence, MO Road Trips
With 19 routes heading out and 24 heading in, Independence, MO works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 11-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
43
Longest Drive
412 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.
Continue From Independence, MO
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Independence, MO
Independence, MO to Malden, MO
Independence, MO to Campbell, MO
Independence, MO to Perryville, MO
Independence, MO to Cabool, MO
Independence, MO to Byrnes Mill, MO
Independence, MO to Brentwood, MO
Independence, MO to Calverton Park, MO
Independence, MO to Rolla, MO
Independence, MO to Saint Paul, MO
Independence, MO to Billings, MO
Independence, MO to Nixa, MO
Independence, MO to Montgomery City, MO
Independence, MO to Camdenton, MO
Independence, MO to Country Club Village, MO
Independence, MO to Garden City, MO
Independence, MO to Higginsville, MO
Independence, MO to Excelsior Springs, MO
Independence, MO to Claycomo, MO
Driving from Independence, MO
On average, trips departing from Independence, MO run 179 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 31m. 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 11 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Independence, MO are Malden, MO (411.2 mi, 7h 52m), Campbell, MO (389 mi, 7h 48m), Perryville, MO (306.6 mi, 5h 53m), Cabool, MO (248 mi, 4h 52m), and Byrnes Mill, MO (241.6 mi, 4h 46m). 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 179-mile trip from Independence, MO, budget about $26 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 19 mapped routes leaving Independence, MO and 24 routes heading into Independence, MO, covering 43 total connections. Distances range from 11 to 411 miles.
The longest mapped route from Independence, MO covers 411 miles and takes approximately 7h 52m. Shorter options start at just 11 miles.
The average route from Independence, MO runs about 179 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 31m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 179-mile trip from Independence, MO costs roughly $26 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, Campbell, MO, Perryville, MO and Cabool, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Short Drives from Independence, MO
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Malden, MO to Independence, MO
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Dardenne Prairie, MO to Independence, MO
Billings, MO to Independence, MO
Nixa, MO to Independence, MO
Montgomery City, MO to Independence, MO
La Plata, MO to Independence, MO
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