How far is East Independence, MO from Princeton, MO?
The driving distance from East Independence, MO to Princeton, MO is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.1 miles (159.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Daviess County, Missouri, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Independence and Princeton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Independence and Princeton.
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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
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Truman Road
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Take the ramp slight right
2081 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
9.9 mi · 14 min
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Turn slight right
125 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Leonard Street
3174 ft · 2 min · South Leonard Street
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Continue on Lightburne Street
2.8 mi · 5 min · Lightburne Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1858 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
71.7 mi · 1 hr 17 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
1036 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Miller Street
1127 ft · 19 sec · Miller Street
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Continue on East 310th Street
27.2 mi · 40 min · East 310th Street
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Turn left onto North College Street
39 m · 2 sec · North College Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North College Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Independence and Princeton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
71.7 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving East Independence and Rain Showers Likely near Princeton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Independence to Princeton?
The road trip is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Winston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from East Independence and 57.4 miles from Princeton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.1 miles (159.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 1:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.27 one way or $30.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around East Independence and Rain Showers Likely near Princeton.
Stop Ideas Near Winston
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 Winston.
Independence
Union Station
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Independence and Princeton. Straight-line distance: 99.13 mi (159.54 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 Princeton
City in Mercer County, Missouri
| Population | 1,078 |
| Coordinates | 40.4008400, -93.5805000 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| Country | United States |
End: Princeton (-93.5805, 40.40084)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.27 | $30.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.22 | $34.45 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.85 | $37.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.48 | $42.96 |
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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