How far is East Independence, MO from Slater, MO?
The driving distance from East Independence, MO to Slater, MO is about 82.7 miles (133.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.4 miles (111.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 36m 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 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village 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 East Independence and Slater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Independence and Slater.
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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 left onto East Truman Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · East Truman Road
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Turn left
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
754 ft · 12 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 24 East: Buckner
874 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
16.8 mi · 21 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 24 East: Lexington
31 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 24 East: Lexington
27.8 mi · 33 min
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Turn left
978 ft · 13 sec
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Turn right
17.2 mi · 22 min
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Turn left onto Santa Fe Trail
13.2 mi · 19 min · Santa Fe Trail
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Keep slight left to continue on South Broadway Street
1128 ft · 28 sec · South Broadway Street
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Turn left onto West Maple Street
143 m · 18 sec · West Maple Street
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Turn left onto Porter Street
22 m · 3 sec · Porter Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Porter Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Independence and Slater.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 24 East
Exit the roundabout onto US 24 East: Lexington
27.8 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Sunny leaving East Independence and Sunny near Slater.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Independence to Slater?
The road trip is about 82.7 miles (133.1 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
Dover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.3 miles from East Independence and 41.4 miles from Slater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.4 miles (111.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.01 one way or $22.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Independence and Sunny near Slater.
Stop Ideas Near Dover
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 Dover.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Independence and Slater. Straight-line distance: 69.43 mi (111.73 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 Slater
City in Saline County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,765 |
| Coordinates | 39.2180800, -93.0690900 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Slater (-93.06909, 39.21808)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $11.01 | $22.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.42 | $24.84 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.59 | $27.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.49 | $30.98 |
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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