How far is Independence, MO from Lawson, MO?
The driving distance from Independence, MO to Lawson, MO is about 31.4 miles (50.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.5 miles (42.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 50m.
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 Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Lawson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Lawson.
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Start on East Kansas Avenue
44 m · 12 sec · East Kansas Avenue
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Turn left onto South Lynn Street
124 m · 20 sec · South Lynn Street
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Turn right onto East Lexington Avenue
835 ft · 28 sec · East Lexington Avenue
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Turn left onto North Noland Road
1 km · 2 min · North Noland Road
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Turn right onto West US Highway 24
2.1 mi · 5 min · West US Highway 24
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Turn left onto MO 291 North: Liberty
961 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 210: North Kansas City, Richmond
975 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right
7.6 mi · 10 min
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Turn left
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Turn right
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto McCleary Road
1.4 km · 2 min · McCleary Road
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Turn right
47 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight
7 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto Northeast 184th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Northeast 184th Street
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Turn straight onto Salem Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Salem Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Moss Street
1851 ft · 56 sec · West Moss Street
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Turn left onto South Pennsylvania Avenue
1492 ft · 43 sec · South Pennsylvania Avenue
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
14 m · 2 sec · East 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Lawson.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
7.61 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Independence and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lawson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Lawson?
The road trip is about 31.4 miles (50.5 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Missouri City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Independence and 15.7 miles from Lawson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.5 miles (42.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.19 one way or $8.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Independence and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lawson.
Stop Ideas Near Missouri City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Indepence Maintenance Dept
Independence City Hall
Independence Municipal Court
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Missouri City.
Independence
Union Station
Lee's Summit
Warrensburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Lawson. Straight-line distance: 26.52 mi (42.68 km).
#1 Independence
A city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 116,774 |
| Coordinates | 39.0911200, -94.4155100 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lawson
City in Ray County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 2,402 |
| Coordinates | 39.4383400, -94.2041100 |
| Altitude | 325 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lawson (-94.20411, 39.43834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.19 | $8.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.89 | $11.77 |
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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