How far is East Independence, MO from Neosho, MO?
The driving distance from East Independence, MO to Neosho, MO is about 164.1 miles (264.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 153.9 miles (247.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 18m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Independence and Neosho.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Independence and Neosho.
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Start on East 9th Street South
24 m · 9 sec · East 9th Street South
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Turn left onto Main Road
1341 ft · 1 min · Main Road
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Turn right onto East Truman Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Truman Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
1589 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
10 mi · 13 min
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Keep slight left to continue on MO 291 South: Harrisonville
3.3 mi · 6 min
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Take the ramp right toward US 50 West, MO 291 South: Kansas City
2959 ft · 54 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 291 South: Jefferson Street, Harrisonville
767 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MO 291 South: Harrisonville
16.9 mi · 25 min
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Continue on Cantrell Road
629 ft · 19 sec · Cantrell Road
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Take the exit straight toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
1138 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
113.6 mi · 2 hr 2 min
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Continue on George Washington Carver Memorial Highway
12.2 mi · 18 min · George Washington Carver Memorial Highway
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Turn slight right
1575 ft · 59 sec
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Turn right
4.3 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto West Coler Street
111 m · 9 sec · West Coler Street
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Turn right onto North Jefferson Street
1489 ft · 46 sec · North Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
156 m · 22 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Independence and Neosho.
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 49 South
Merge slight left
114 mi · 02h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving East Independence and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Neosho.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Independence to Neosho?
The road trip is about 164.1 miles (264.1 km) and usually takes 03h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Metz is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.2 miles from East Independence and 82 miles from Neosho.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 153.9 miles (247.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.83 one way or $43.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around East Independence and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Neosho.
Stop Ideas Near Metz
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 Metz.
Lee's Summit
Warrensburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Independence and Neosho. Straight-line distance: 153.85 mi (247.59 km).
#1 East Independence
A census-designated place in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 110,675 |
| Coordinates | 39.0955600, -94.3552300 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Neosho
City in Newton County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 12,116 |
| Coordinates | 36.8689600, -94.3680000 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
End: Neosho (-94.368, 36.86896)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $21.83 | $43.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.62 | $49.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.95 | $53.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.71 | $61.42 |
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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