How far is Potosi, MO from Independence, MO?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Potosi and Independence is 211.7 miles (340.7 km).

Flight distance from Potosi, MO to Independence, MO is 211.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from Potosi to Independence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Potosi, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 260.05 miles (418.51 km) by car.

Driving from Potosi to Independence will take approximately 04 hours 29 minutes.

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#1 Potosi

County seat of Washington County, Missouri, United States

Population 2548
GPS Coordinates 37°56'11"N 90°47'16"W
Latitude 37.9364400
Longitude -90.7879100
Altitude 275
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Potosi and Independence

The distance between Potosi and Independence is 419 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 39 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 Potosi and Independence. The current time is 00:29:05.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 08 hours 39 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 06 hours 30 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 05 hours 12 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 04 hours 20 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 03 hours 28 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 14 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 34.74 liters (9.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Potosi and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Potosi to Independence is $29.41 (diesel $40.62).

Missouri gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.21 $3.54 $3.86 $4.43
Total $29.41 $32.45 $35.42 $40.62

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 March 29, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Potosi 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 Potosi 288.09 miles (464 km)

Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Potosi 85.02 miles (137 km)

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Driving distance from Columbia, MO to Potosi 147.52 miles (237 km)

Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Potosi 264.9 miles (426 km)

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Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Potosi 273.02 miles (439 km)

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Driving distance from Lee's Summit, MO to Potosi 242.87 miles (391 km)

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Driving distance from O'Fallon, MO to Potosi 88.57 miles (143 km)

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Driving distance from Saint Charles, MO to Potosi 78.07 miles (126 km)

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Driving distance from Saint Joseph, MO to Potosi 325.76 miles (524 km)

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Driving distance from St. Louis, MO to Potosi 70.3 miles (113 km)

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Driving distance from Saint Peters, MO to Potosi 84.04 miles (135 km)

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