How far is Independence, MO from La Monte, MO?
The driving distance from Independence, MO to La Monte, MO is about 72.3 miles (116.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.
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.
City in Lafayette County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and La Monte.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and La Monte.
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Start on East Kansas Avenue
44 m · 8 sec · East Kansas Avenue
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Turn right onto South Lynn Street
120 m · 23 sec · South Lynn Street
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Turn left onto East Walnut Street
142 m · 25 sec · East Walnut Street
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Turn right onto South Noland Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · South Noland Road
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Turn left onto I 70 East: Columbia, Saint Louis
1089 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
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Continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
2.6 mi · 3 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
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Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
32.3 mi · 35 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 13: Higginsville, Warrensburg
853 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right
12.1 mi · 15 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
63 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 50 East: Sedalia, Jefferson City
1733 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
13.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight left
636 ft · 19 sec
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Turn left
26 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto Front Street
678 ft · 19 sec · Front Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Pine Street
67 m · 10 sec · West Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and La Monte.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
32.3 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.
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Independence and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near La Monte.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to La Monte?
The road trip is about 72.3 miles (116.4 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Mayview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.1 miles from Independence and 36.2 miles from La Monte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.62 one way or $19.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Independence and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near La Monte.
Stop Ideas Near Mayview
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 Mayview.
Warrensburg
Lee's Summit
Independence
Sedalia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and La Monte. Straight-line distance: 57.55 mi (92.62 km).
#1 Independence
A city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 116,774 |
| Coordinates | 39.0911200, -94.4155100 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Monte
City in Pettis County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,137 |
| Coordinates | 38.7741800, -93.4252100 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Monte (-93.42521, 38.77418)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.62 | $19.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.85 | $21.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.87 | $23.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.53 | $27.05 |
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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