How far is East Independence, MO from Richland, MO?
The driving distance from East Independence, MO to Richland, MO is about 174.2 miles (280.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 57m 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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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated community in Missouri
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Independence and Richland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Independence and Richland.
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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
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 7 South: Clinton
924 ft · 20 sec
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Turn slight left onto MO 7 South: Clinton
39.2 mi · 45 min
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Turn left onto East Ohio Street
1 km · 1 min · East Ohio Street
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Continue on East Division Road
27.6 mi · 37 min · East Division Road
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Take the ramp right toward MO 7 South, MO 65 South: Springfield
6.5 mi · 8 min
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Turn left
31.1 mi · 46 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
9.7 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 7 South, MO 5 Business: Richland, Camdenton
1966 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
7.1 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
14.3 mi · 21 min
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Turn right onto South Pine Street
616 ft · 12 sec · South Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Independence and Richland.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
MO 7 South
Turn slight left onto MO 7 South: Clinton
39.2 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving East Independence and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Richland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Independence to Richland?
The road trip is about 174.2 miles (280.3 km) and usually takes 03h 58m 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?
Coal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.1 miles from East Independence and 87.1 miles from Richland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.4 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 9:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.15 one way or $46.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around East Independence and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Richland.
Stop Ideas Near Coal
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 Coal.
Warrensburg
Sedalia
Lee's Summit
Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Independence and Richland. Straight-line distance: 135.86 mi (218.64 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 Richland
City in Missouri parts of witch are in Camden, Laclede, and Pulaski Counties
| Population | 1,800 |
| Coordinates | 37.8569800, -92.4043400 |
| Altitude | 346 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richland (-92.40434, 37.85698)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 280 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
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 | $23.15 | $46.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.11 | $52.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.58 | $57.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.57 | $65.13 |
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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