Origin
Webb City, MO
Afternoon in Webb City on Sunday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Webb City, MO to East Independence, MO
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
148.3 mi
239 km
Drive Score
9/10
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
2h 43m
★
6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Independence, MO
Ankit Rainloure
Trip Overview
Connecting Webb City to East Independence, this 148.3-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes to complete. It is a straightforward trip that fits perfectly into a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $23 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate across the Missouri Midwest. Since the route utilizes the Purple Heart Trail, MO 291, and the Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway, it provides a direct path between these two points. Because the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Overall, this route offers a practical connection for those traveling within the state.
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
74.1 miles from Webb City, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience that shifts away from typical high-speed interstate monotony. With only 26% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend most of your time navigating local roads that demand more attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 92.9 miles along the Purple Heart Trail, providing the most consistent portion of your travel. As you transition between sections, the road's character changes from open stretches to more technical segments. Keep your eyes on the road, as the winding nature of the path requires a more active driving style than a standard highway cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 92.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near I 49 Business; MO 171.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148.3 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 49 Business; MO 171): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 49 Business; MO 171
Enter roundabout onto I 49 Business; MO 171
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
8.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
Turn left toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
5
115.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m 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
115.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m 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
7
133 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
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MO 291
Take the exit onto MO 291 toward MO 291 North: Independence, Hamblen Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MO 291 North: Independence, Hamblen Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 92.9 mi | 1h 39m |
| MO 291 | 22.4 mi | 32m |
| Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway | 10.5 mi | 11m |
| MO 58 | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| I 49 Business | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| George Washington Carver Memorial Highway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| East Truman Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 92.9 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Webb City, MO and East Independence, MO.
1
Start on MO D
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn left onto I 49 Business; MO 171
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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East MacArthur Drive
3
Enter roundabout onto I 49 Business; MO 171
234 ft
·
3 sec
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I 49 Business; MO 171
4
Continue on I 49 Business; MO 171
7.8 mi
·
8 min
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I 49 Business; MO 171
5
Continue on MO 96; MO 571
452 ft
·
15 sec
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West Central Avenue
Toward MO 96 East, MO 571 South: Carthage
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 49; US 71
3.2 mi
·
3 min
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George Washington Carver Memorial Highway
8
Continue on I 49; US 71
10 mi
·
11 min
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Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway
9
Continue on I 49; US 71
93 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 160
Toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
11
Keep slight right at fork
243 ft
·
6 sec
Toward MO 291 North: Lee's Summit
12
Merge onto MO 291
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
MO 291
13
Turn slight left onto MO 58; MO 291
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
MO 58; MO 291
14
Take the exit onto MO 291
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
MO 291
Toward US 50 East, MO 291 North: Sedalia
15
Take the exit onto MO 291
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
MO 291
Toward MO 291 North: Independence, Hamblen Road
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left
300 ft
·
7 sec
17
Continue on MO 291
13 mi
·
18 min
·
MO 291
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward East Truman Road
19
At end of road, turn left onto East Truman Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Truman Road
20
Turn left onto Main Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Road
21
Turn right onto East 9th Street South
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
East 9th Street South
22
Arrive at destination
East 9th Street South
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 54 minute duration, you can easily complete this drive in one go, though planning for one stop is recommended to break up the local road sections. Since this is a turn-heavy route, try to depart during daylight hours to better navigate the local road segments comfortably. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $23 estimated cost is a reliable baseline for your budget. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to prioritize your rest break during the 92.9-mile stretch on the Purple Heart Trail, as this is where you will likely find the most consistent rhythm before hitting the more technical final miles. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so adjust your pace to account for the local traffic patterns you encounter along the way.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.1 miles from Webb City, MO, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.9 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.1 miles or 1h 20m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Independence, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Webb City, 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 Webb City, MO
This is one driving day of about 148.3 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Webb City, 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 Purple Heart Trail for about 92.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.1 mi from Webb City, MO · 1h 20m 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 74.1 miles from Webb City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.9 miles.
Arriving in East Independence, MO
The final approach into East 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 East Independence, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.53 one way
$45.05 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.83 | $49.66 |
| premium | $4.80 | $28.00 | $55.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.95 | $65.89 |
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 | $15.57 | $7.12 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.98 | $5.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.3 | 0 | $20.76 | $9.49 |
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
East Independence, MO
Afternoon in East Independence on Sunday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Nevada, 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
8 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
2h 54m 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 Webb City, MO to East Independence, MO covers 148.3 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, MO 291, Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.1 miles from Webb City, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.53 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148.3 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 49 Business; MO 171): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Webb City, MO to East Independence, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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