How far is Macon, MO from East Independence, MO?
The driving distance from Macon, MO to East Independence, MO is about 145.6 miles (234.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110 miles (177 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m 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 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.
Human settlement in Caldwell 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 Macon and East Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macon and East Independence.
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Start on Walker Street
54 m · 10 sec · Walker Street
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Turn right onto East Sheridan Street
84 m · 18 sec · East Sheridan Street
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Turn left onto North Rubey Street
1479 ft · 43 sec · North Rubey Street
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Turn right onto McKay Street
964 ft · 32 sec · McKay Street
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Turn left onto North Missouri Street
2968 ft · 1 min · North Missouri Street
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Take the exit left toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Saint Joseph
875 ft · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
95.6 mi · 1 hr 51 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
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Turn left onto I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
33.9 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right
1274 ft · 34 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Plattsburg Road
552 ft · 11 sec · Plattsburg Road
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Continue on Lightborne Road
820 ft · 16 sec · Lightborne Road
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Continue on Lightburne Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · Lightburne Street
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Continue on South Leonard Street
1 km · 2 min · South Leonard Street
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Take the ramp left
45 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight right
10 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward East Truman Road
1709 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto East Truman Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Truman Road
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Turn left onto Main Road
1341 ft · 1 min · Main Road
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Turn right onto East 9th Street South
24 m · 3 sec · East 9th Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 9th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Macon and East Independence.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
95.6 mi · 01h 51m
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 leaving Macon and Sunny near East Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Macon to East Independence?
The road trip is about 145.6 miles (234.3 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Breckenridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.3 miles from Macon and 72.3 miles from East Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110 miles (177 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 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 1:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.38 one way or $38.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Macon and Sunny near East Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Breckenridge
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 Breckenridge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Macon and East Independence. Straight-line distance: 109.96 mi (176.97 km).
#1 Macon
City in Missouri, United States of America
| Population | 5,341 |
| Coordinates | 39.7422600, -92.4726900 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Independence
A census-designated place in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 110,675 |
| Coordinates | 39.0955600, -94.3552300 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 9th Street South (-94.355237, 39.09539)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.38 | $38.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.86 | $43.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.92 | $47.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.26 | $54.53 |
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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