How far is East Independence, MO from Noel, MO?
The driving distance from East Independence, MO to Noel, MO is about 191.6 miles (308.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.3 miles (283.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 33m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Independence and Noel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Independence and Noel.
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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
106.6 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 571 South, MO 96, I 49 Business, MO 171 North: Webb City
706 ft · 15 sec
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Turn right onto Edward F. Dixon III Memorial Highway
6.6 mi · 7 min · Edward F. Dixon III Memorial Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
6.2 mi · 7 min · Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
8.9 mi · 10 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on Special Agent Tom Crowell Memorial Highway
6 mi · 6 min · Special Agent Tom Crowell Memorial Highway
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Continue on James B. Tatum Highway
5.8 mi · 6 min · James B. Tatum Highway
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Continue on Corporal Bobbie J. Harper Memorial Highway
2.5 mi · 3 min · Corporal Bobbie J. Harper Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 59, US 71 Business: Goodman, Anderson
1415 ft · 31 sec
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto North State Highway 59
1 km · 56 sec · North State Highway 59
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Continue on Marshall Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · Marshall Street
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Continue on State Highway 59
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 59
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Continue on North Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn slight left onto North Cliffside Drive
5 mi · 7 min · North Cliffside Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Cliffside Drive
1692 ft · 35 sec · North Cliffside Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1197 ft · 26 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Railroad Street
70 m · 10 sec · Railroad Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Independence and Noel.
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
107 mi · 01h 54m
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.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving East Independence and Clear near Noel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Independence to Noel?
The road trip is about 191.6 miles (308.4 km) and usually takes 03h 46m 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?
Milo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.9 miles from East Independence and 95.7 miles from Noel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.3 miles (283.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 9:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.49 one way or $50.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around East Independence and Clear near Noel.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Independence and Noel. Straight-line distance: 176.33 mi (283.77 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 Noel
City in Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,808 |
| Coordinates | 36.5456300, -94.4852200 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| Country | United States |
End: Noel (-94.48522, 36.54563)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 308 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 23m |
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 | $25.49 | $50.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $28.75 | $57.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $31.46 | $62.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $35.86 | $71.71 |
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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