Trip from Independence, MO to Richmond, MO

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are MO 210, MO 291, West US Highway 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 17.1 miles from Independence, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Independence, MO to Richmond, MO?

The route from Independence, MO to Richmond, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

49m

Distance

34.3 mi

55 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min

4 AM

0h 45m ★

6 AM

0h 50m

8 AM

0h 58m

10 AM

0h 52m

12 PM

0h 52m

3 PM

0h 53m

5 PM

0h 57m

8 PM

0h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Independence, MO to Richmond, MO covers 34.3 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on MO 210, MO 291, West US Highway 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.5 miles on MO 210. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.36 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 49m highway drive covering 34.3 miles, with most of the trip on MO 210 and MO 291. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.5 miles on MO 210.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

MO 210 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 210 and MO 291. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Lynn Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Lynn Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Lexington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Lynn Street

Turn left onto South Lynn Street

Navigation decision point

4

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Lexington Avenue

Turn right onto East Lexington Avenue

Navigation decision point

7

3 mi into trip | ~7m in

Turn left toward MO 291 North: Liberty

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward MO 291 North: Liberty

5

7.7 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward MO 210: North Kansas City, Richmond

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MO 210: North Kansas City, Richmond

5

32.8 mi into trip | ~45m in

Take the exit toward MO T: Richmond, Camden

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MO T: Richmond, Camden

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
MO 210	23.5 mi	29m
MO 291	4.5 mi	6m
West US Highway 24	2.1 mi	4m
MO 10	1.4 mi	1m
South Camden Street	1 mi	2m
North Noland Road	0.6 mi	1m
East Lexington Avenue	0.2 mi	<1m
West Main Street	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: MO 210 — 23.5 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Independence, MO and Richmond, MO.

1

Start on East Kansas Avenue

145 ft · 11 sec · East Kansas Avenue

2

Turn left onto South Lynn Street

406 ft · 19 sec · South Lynn Street

3

Turn right onto East Lexington Avenue

0.2 mi · 28 sec · East Lexington Avenue

4

Turn left onto North Noland Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Noland Road

5

Turn right onto US 24

2.1 mi · 4 min · West US Highway 24

6

Turn left

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward MO 291 North: Liberty Use the left lane.

7

Merge onto MO 291

4.5 mi · 6 min · MO 291

8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward MO 210: North Kansas City, Richmond

9

Turn right onto MO 210

23 mi · 29 min · MO 210

10

Continue on MO 10

1.4 mi · 1 min · MO 10

11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward MO T: Richmond, Camden

12

Turn left onto MO T

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Camden Street

13

Continue on South Camden Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Camden Street

14

Turn right onto MO 10 Business

0.1 mi · 21 sec · West Main Street

15

Arrive at destination

MO 10 Business

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 17.1 mi from Independence, MO · 26m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Liberty, MO

17 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

Lexington, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Excelsior Springs, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from Independence, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Richmond, MO

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Richmond, MO if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.36 one way

$10.72 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 12 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$5.89	$11.78
premium	$4.89	$6.60	$13.20
diesel	$5.61	$7.57	$15.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$5

Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	10.3	$3.60	$1.65
Efficient EV	8.6	$3.00	$1.37
EV Truck/SUV	13.7	$4.80	$2.20

Gas CO2

12 kg

EV CO2

4 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Independence, MO

Morning in Independence on Thursday

Local time

11:50 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Richmond, MO

Morning in Richmond on Thursday

Local time

11:50 AM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

20 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

49m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Independence, MO to Richmond, MO covers 34.3 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.