How far is Independence, MO from Cape Girardeau, MO?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Independence and Cape Girardeau is 293.08 miles (471.66 km).

Flight distance from Independence, MO to Cape Girardeau, MO is 293.08 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 41 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 37 minutes to travel from Independence to Cape Girardeau with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Independence, Missouri to Cape Girardeau, Missouri is: 341.42 miles (549.46 km) by car.

Driving from Independence to Cape Girardeau will take approximately 05 hours 19 minutes.

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#1 Independence

A city in Jackson County, Missouri. It is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Independence is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site and the Independence Square.

Population 116774
GPS Coordinates 39°5'28"N 94°24'56"W
Latitude 39.0911200
Longitude -94.4155100
Altitude 315
Country United States
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#2 Cape Girardeau

The second-largest city in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It is located on the Mississippi River in the southeastern part of the state. Cape Girardeau is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Cape Girardeau History Museum and the Cape Girardeau Farmers' Market.

Population 41588
GPS Coordinates 37°18'21"N 89°31'5"W
Latitude 37.3058800
Longitude -89.5181500
Altitude 108
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Independence and Cape Girardeau

The distance between Independence and Cape Girardeau is 549 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 06 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Independence and Cape Girardeau. The current time is 01:24:52.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 11 hours 22 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 08 hours 32 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 06 hours 49 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 05 hours 41 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 04 hours 52 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 04 hours 33 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 04 hours 15 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 45.6 liters (12.05 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Independence and Cape Girardeau.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Independence to Cape Girardeau is $38.61 (diesel $53.32).

Missouri gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.21 $3.54 $3.86 $4.43
Total $38.61 $42.6 $46.5 $53.32

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Independence and Cape Girardeau (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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