How far is Independence, MO from Milan, MO?
The driving distance from Independence, MO to Milan, MO is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103 miles (165.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
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.
Human settlement in Daviess County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Milan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Milan.
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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
8.3 mi · 12 min
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Turn slight right
125 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Leonard Street
3174 ft · 2 min · South Leonard Street
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Continue on Lightburne Street
2.8 mi · 5 min · Lightburne Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1867 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
41 mi · 44 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
1053 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right
4.3 mi · 6 min
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Turn straight
30.9 mi · 40 min
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Turn right onto East 9th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East 9th Street
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Continue on 10th Street
25.5 mi · 38 min · 10th Street
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Turn left
4.7 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
2796 ft · 56 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Milan.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
41 mi · 00h 44m
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 Milan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Milan?
The road trip is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Altamont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.9 miles from Independence and 61.9 miles from Milan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103 miles (165.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.8 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 1:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.48 one way or $32.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.8 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 Milan.
Stop Ideas Near Altamont
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 Altamont.
Independence
Union Station
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Milan. Straight-line distance: 102.99 mi (165.74 km).
#1 Independence
A city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 116,774 |
| Coordinates | 39.0911200, -94.4155100 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Milan
City in Missouri, USA
| Population | 1,764 |
| Coordinates | 40.2022400, -93.1252100 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
End: Milan (-93.12521, 40.20224)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 199 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $16.48 | $32.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.59 | $37.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.34 | $40.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.18 | $46.36 |
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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