How far is Gower, MO from East Independence, MO?
The driving distance from Gower, MO to East Independence, MO is about 49.7 miles (80 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.9 miles (61 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 01h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Platte County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gower and East Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gower and East Independence.
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Start on South 3rd Street
16 m · 4 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Whitney Avenue
918 ft · 42 sec · Whitney Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right
25.4 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 152 East: Liberty
1675 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Alexander Doniphan Memorial Highway
7.1 mi · 9 min · Alexander Doniphan Memorial Highway
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Continue on Northeast Barry Road
2287 ft · 47 sec · Northeast Barry Road
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Continue on West Kansas Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Kansas Street
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Turn right
11.7 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward East Truman Road
1709 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto East Truman Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Truman Road
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Turn left onto Main Road
1341 ft · 1 min · Main Road
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Turn right onto East 9th Street South
24 m · 3 sec · East 9th Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 9th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gower and East Independence.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
25.4 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Gower and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near East Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gower to East Independence?
The road trip is about 49.7 miles (80 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Lake Waukomis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Gower and 25.7 miles from East Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.9 miles (61 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.60 one way or $13.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Gower and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near East Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Waukomis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Parkville City Hall
Kansas City Power & Light District
Overlook at Quality Hill
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Waukomis.
Union Station
Independence
Lee's Summit
Lawrence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gower and East Independence. Straight-line distance: 37.92 mi (61.02 km).
#2 East Independence
A census-designated place in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 110,675 |
| Coordinates | 39.0955600, -94.3552300 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 9th Street South (-94.355237, 39.09539)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.44 | $14.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.14 | $16.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
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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