How far is Boonville, MO from East Independence, MO?
The driving distance from Boonville, MO to East Independence, MO is about 95 miles (152.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.9 miles (139.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lafayette County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boonville and East Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boonville and East Independence.
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Start on Main Street
2001 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn slight right
39 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto East Ashley Road
3 mi · 6 min · East Ashley Road
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Turn slight right onto I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
84.9 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Little Blue Parkway, 39th Street, Mall Entrance
1652 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto South Little Blue Parkway
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Little Blue Parkway
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Turn left onto East R.D. Mize Road
1301 ft · 38 sec · East R.D. Mize Road
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Turn right onto South Jackson Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Jackson Drive
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Turn straight onto Holke Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Holke Road
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Turn left onto East Truman Road
1.1 km · 1 min · East Truman Road
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Turn right onto Main Road
1341 ft · 1 min · Main Road
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Turn right onto East 9th Street South
24 m · 3 sec · East 9th Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 9th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boonville and East Independence.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 70 West
Turn slight right onto I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
84.9 mi · 01h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Boonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near East Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boonville to East Independence?
The road trip is about 95 miles (152.9 km) and usually takes 01h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Concordia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.7 miles from Boonville and 48.3 miles from East Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.9 miles (139.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.63 one way or $25.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Boonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near East Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Concordia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Concordia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boonville and East Independence. Straight-line distance: 86.92 mi (139.89 km).
#1 Boonville
City in Cooper County, Missouri, USA
| Population | 7,878 |
| Coordinates | 38.9736400, -92.7432400 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Independence
A census-designated place in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 110,675 |
| Coordinates | 39.0955600, -94.3552300 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 9th Street South (-94.355237, 39.09539)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.25 | $28.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.59 | $31.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.77 | $35.54 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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