How far is Independence, MO from East Independence, MO?

The driving distance from Independence, MO to East Independence, MO is about 3.8 miles (6.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 3.2 miles (5.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
3.8 mi
00h 07m
Flight
3.25 mi
5.23 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
3.25 mi
Kilometers
5.23 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
3.8 mi
Kilometers
6.11 km
Drive Time
00h 07m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in East Independence
Tue, May 5, 2:01 AM CDT
Return by in Independence
Tue, May 5, 2:09 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Independence
2026-05-05T01:53
Arrive East Independence
Tue, May 5, 2:01 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:08 AM to 7:08 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
8:14 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Independence
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Adams
MO

Town in Jackson County, Wisconsin, United States

From Independence
1.9 mi
00h 03m
To East Independence
1.9 mi
00h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 14 mph NNE
Destination
59°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 14 mph NNE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and East Independence.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Independence and East Independence.

  1. 1

    Start on East Kansas Avenue

    44 m · 12 sec · East Kansas Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Lynn Street

    124 m · 20 sec · South Lynn Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Lexington Avenue

    835 ft · 28 sec · East Lexington Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North Noland Road

    137 m · 11 sec · North Noland Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East Truman Road

    3.1 mi · 7 min · East Truman Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Main Road

    1341 ft · 1 min · Main Road

  7. 7

    Turn right onto East 9th Street South

    24 m · 3 sec · East 9th Street South

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East 9th Street South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and East Independence.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
8 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
210.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Truman Road
3.1 mi · 82%
Main Road
0.25 mi · 7%
East Lexington Avenue
0.16 mi · 4%
North Noland Road
0.09 mi · 2%
South Lynn Street
0.08 mi · 2%
East Kansas Avenue
0.03 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

East Truman Road

Turn right onto East Truman Road

3.1 mi · 00h 07m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 07m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+0.6 mi
3.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Adams
00h 03m from Independence
Leave By
8:14 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Independence and 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 Independence to East Independence?

The road trip is about 3.8 miles (6.1 km) and usually takes 00h 07m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Adams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.9 miles from Independence and 1.9 miles from East Independence.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 3.2 miles (5.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:14 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.49 one way or $0.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Independence and Showers And Thunderstorms near East Independence.

Stop Ideas Near Adams

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Adams and the surrounding midpoint area.
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Scenic stop 9.5 mi away

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Kansas City , MO
1616 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Rating 4.8/5 1,825 reviews Tourist attraction,National museum
Vesper Hall
Meeting point 8 mi away

Vesper Hall

Blue Springs , MO
400 NW Vesper St, Blue Springs, MO 64014
Rating 4.6/5 15 reviews City Hall,City government office
Country Club Plaza
Nearby stop 11.7 mi away

Country Club Plaza

Kansas City , MO
4706 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64112, United States
Rating 4.5/5 9,627 reviews Shopping mall
Overlook at Quality Hill
Scenic stop 11.2 mi away

Overlook at Quality Hill

Kansas City , MO
1031 Summit St, Kansas City, MO 64105
Rating 4.7/5 19 reviews Park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Adams.

RAIL

Independence

8 mi away
600 South Grand Ave.
RAIL

Lee's Summit

20 mi away
217 SW Main St.
RAIL

Union Station

21 mi away
30 West Pershing Rd.
RAIL

Warrensburg

63 mi away
100 South Holden St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Independence and East Independence. Straight-line distance: 3.25 mi (5.23 km).

Independence

#1 Independence

A city in Jackson County, Missouri.

Population116,774
Coordinates39.0911200, -94.4155100
Altitude315
CountryUnited States
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#2 East Independence

A census-designated place in Jackson County, Missouri.

Population110,675
Coordinates39.0955600, -94.3552300
Altitude256
CountryUnited States
Start: East Kansas Avenue (-94.415514, 39.091027)
End: East 9th Street South (-94.355237, 39.095389)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 6 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.13 gal
0.51 L · about $0.49
Round trip
$0.98
0.26 gal · 1.02 L
Estimated CO2
1.2 kg one way
Round trip: 2.3 kg / 5 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $0.49 $0.98
Mid-grade $4.25 $0.55 $1.11
Premium $4.65 $0.61 $1.21
Diesel $5.30 $0.69 $1.38

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Missouri · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Independence and East Independence. The current time is 01:53:47.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.