How far is La Plata, MO from Independence, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between La Plata and Independence is 121.04 miles (194.8 km).
Flight distance from La Plata, MO to Independence, MO is 121.04 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from La Plata to Independence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from La Plata, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 164.73 miles (265.12 km) by car.
Driving from La Plata to Independence will take approximately 02 hours 45 minutes.
#1 La Plata
City in Macon County, Missouri
| Population | 1303 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°1'24"N 92°29'30"W |
| Latitude | 40.0233700 |
| Longitude | -92.4915800 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Independence: East Kansas Avenue (-94.415514,39.091027)
Estimated Travel Time Between La Plata and Independence
The distance between La Plata and Independence is 265 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 56 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 La Plata and Independence. The current time is 23:28:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 17 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 03 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22 liters (5.81 gallon) of gas to cover the route between La Plata and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from La Plata to Independence is $18.63 (diesel $25.73).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $18.63 | $20.55 | $22.44 | $25.73 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between La Plata and Independence (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 New York, MO to La Plata 102.97 miles (166 km)
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to La Plata 188.23 miles (303 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to La Plata 165.35 miles (266 km)
