How far is Independence, MO from Kansas City, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Independence and Kansas City is 8.76 miles (14.1 km).
Flight distance from Independence, MO to Kansas City, MO is 8.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Independence, Missouri to Kansas City, Missouri is: 13.76 miles (22.14 km) by car.
Driving from Independence to Kansas City will take approximately 00 hours 20 minutes.
#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 |
#2 Kansas City
The third most populous city in Missouri and the center of the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is located on the Missouri River in western Missouri. Kansas City is known for its barbecue, its jazz music, and its many attractions, such as the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
| Population | 495327 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°5'59"N 94°34'43"W |
| Latitude | 39.0997300 |
| Longitude | -94.5785700 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Kansas City: Oak Street (-94.578571,39.099732)
Estimated Travel Time Between Independence and Kansas City
The distance between Independence and Kansas City is 22 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 14 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 Kansas City. The current time is 18:25:13.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.84 liters (0.49 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Independence and Kansas City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Independence to Kansas City is $1.56 (diesel $2.15).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $1.56 | $1.72 | $1.87 | $2.15 |
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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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Independence and Kansas City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Independence 237.86 miles (383 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Independence 3.79 miles (6 km)
