How far is Independence, MO from New Franklin, MO?
The driving distance from Independence, MO to New Franklin, MO is about 99.2 miles (159.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.2 miles (145.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 52m 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 01h 56m.
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
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and New Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and New Franklin.
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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
52.5 mi · 57 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue on U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
32 mi · 34 min · U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 70 Business, US 40, MO 5: Boonville, Tipton
1710 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto West Ashley Road
3.1 mi · 6 min · West Ashley Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.2 km · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on Boonslick Bridge
1.6 mi · 2 min · Boonslick Bridge
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Keep slight left
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
12 m · 1 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and New Franklin.
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
52.5 mi · 00h 57m
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 Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Independence and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to New Franklin?
The road trip is about 99.2 miles (159.7 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Concordia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.5 miles from Independence and 49.7 miles from New Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.2 miles (145.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 2:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.20 one way or $26.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Independence and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near Concordia
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 Concordia.
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Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and New Franklin. Straight-line distance: 90.18 mi (145.13 km).
#1 Independence
A city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 116,774 |
| Coordinates | 39.0911200, -94.4155100 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Franklin
City in Howard County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,057 |
| Coordinates | 39.0172500, -92.7374100 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Franklin (-92.73741, 39.01725)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.20 | $26.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.89 | $29.77 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.29 | $32.58 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.56 | $37.13 |
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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