Origin
Camdenton, MO
Afternoon in Camdenton on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camdenton, MO to Independence, MO
Drive Time
3h 21m
Distance
148.4 mi
239 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 30m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 31m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camdenton, MO
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Independence, MO
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Trip Overview
Spanning 148.4 miles across the Missouri heartland, this trip from Camdenton to Independence takes approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes to complete. It is a straightforward drive that works perfectly as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $23 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for regional travel. By utilizing MO 7, MO 58, and South Noland Road, you stay within the Midwest, transitioning from the lake country of Camdenton to the urban-adjacent setting of Independence. It is a practical route for those prioritizing efficiency over scenic detours, offering a reliable path for travelers heading north.
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
74.2 miles from Camdenton, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused journey, as 93% of this trip consists of high-speed travel designed for steady progress. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel will be spent on MO 7, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 108.1 miles. While the route maintains a consistent pace, the personality of the road shifts slightly as you transition away from the highway toward the local corridors of South Noland Road. You will find that the drive remains highly predictable, providing a functional experience rather than a technical or winding one. Being prepared for a long stint on the primary highway will help you maintain focus until you reach the final approach into Independence.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MO 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 108.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 7 and South Noland Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 148.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46 miles (MO 7): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.5 miles (MO 7): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the exit toward MO 5 North, MO 7 North: Sunrise Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward MO 5 North, MO 7 North: Sunrise Beach
5
46 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
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MO 7
Take the exit onto MO 7 toward MO 7 North: Warsaw, Clinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MO 7 North: Warsaw, Clinton
5
113.5 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
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MO 7
Take the exit onto MO 7 toward I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kan...
5
116.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 160
Toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
6
116.9 mi into trip
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~2h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Camdenton, MO to Independence, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Clinton along the way.
Clinton
46 mi in
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~1h 5m
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via MO 7
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 7 | 108.1 mi | 2h 21m |
| South Noland Road | 8.9 mi | 15m |
| MO 58 | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| MO 291 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| MO 5 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| US 50 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Blue Parkway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| US 54 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 7
— 108.1 mi, about 2h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camdenton, MO and Independence, MO.
1
Start on US 54
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 54
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward MO 5 North, MO 7 North: Sunrise Beach
Use the left lane.
3
Merge onto MO 5; MO 7
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
MO 5; MO 7
4
Turn left onto MO 7
37 mi
·
53 min
·
MO 7
5
Take the exit onto MO 7
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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MO 7
Toward MO 7 North: Warsaw, Clinton
6
Turn left onto MO 7
28 mi
·
38 min
·
MO 7
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on MO 7; MO 13; MO 52
39 mi
·
44 min
·
MO 7; MO 13; MO 52
8
Take the exit onto MO 7
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
MO 7
Toward I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 160
Toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
10
Keep slight right at fork
243 ft
·
6 sec
Toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
11
Merge onto MO 291
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
MO 291
12
Turn slight left onto MO 58; MO 291
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
MO 58; MO 291
13
Continue on Southwest Jefferson Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Southwest Jefferson Street
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 50 West: Kansas City
15
Merge onto US 50
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 50
16
Continue on MO 350
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Blue Parkway
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto MO V
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
South Noland Road
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on South Noland Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South Noland Road
19
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
466 ft
·
22 sec
·
East Walnut Street
20
Turn right onto South Lynn Street
394 ft
·
22 sec
·
South Lynn Street
21
Turn left onto East Kansas Avenue
145 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Kansas Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
East Kansas Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive of under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop needed, consider breaking up the 148.4-mile trip near the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. Keeping an eye on your gas gauge before starting the long 108.1-mile stretch on MO 7 is a smart way to avoid unnecessary stress mid-trip. Because the route is so efficient, you can comfortably leave in the morning and arrive in Independence with plenty of time to settle in before evening. Use the short duration to your advantage by keeping your luggage light and your itinerary open for a spontaneous break along the way.
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 74.2 miles from Camdenton, MO, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.1 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.2 miles or 1h 44m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Independence, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camdenton, 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 Camdenton, MO
This is one driving day of about 148.4 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Camdenton, 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 MO 7 for about 108.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.2 mi from Camdenton, MO · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.2 miles from Camdenton, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MO 7 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 108.1 miles.
Arriving in Independence, MO
The final approach into Independence, 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 Independence, MO.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.54 one way
$45.08 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.85 | $49.70 |
| premium | $4.80 | $28.01 | $56.03 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.97 | $65.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.58 | $7.12 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.99 | $5.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.78 | $9.50 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Independence, MO
Afternoon in Independence on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 5 to 13 mph
24% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Along the Route
41°F
Warsaw, MO
74 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
1 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 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Camdenton, MO to Independence, MO covers 148.4 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 7, South Noland Road, MO 58. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.2 miles from Camdenton, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.54 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 148.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46 miles (MO 7): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.5 miles (MO 7): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Camdenton, MO to Independence, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Clinton along the way.
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