How far is Sparta, MO from Independence, MO?
The driving distance from Sparta, MO to Independence, MO is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
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 Platte 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 Sparta and Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparta and Independence.
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Start on the route
4 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Grand DD
1.5 km · 2 min · Grand DD
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Take the ramp right toward I 29 South, US 71 South: Kansas City
1003 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
18.7 mi · 20 min
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Merge slight right
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 435 East: Saint Louis
25.8 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 12 East: 12th Street, Truman Road
2227 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto East Truman Road
4 mi · 9 min · East Truman Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1003 ft · 49 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Kansas Avenue
19 m · 3 sec · East Kansas Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Kansas Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sparta and 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.
I 435 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 435 East: Saint Louis
25.8 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Sunny leaving Sparta and Sunny near Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sparta to Independence?
The road trip is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Ferrelview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.3 miles from Sparta and 28.6 miles from Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.58 one way or $15.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sparta and Sunny near Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Ferrelview
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Memorial Hall
Gladstone City Hall
James P. Davis Hall
City Hall Health Center Public Parking Lot E
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ferrelview.
Union Station
Independence
Lee's Summit
Lawrence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sparta and Independence. Straight-line distance: 44.61 mi (71.79 km).
#1 Sparta
City in Christian County, Missouri
| Population | 2,076 |
| Coordinates | 39.6502700, -94.8330200 |
| Altitude | 348 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Independence
A city in Jackson County, Missouri.
| Population | 116,774 |
| Coordinates | 39.0911200, -94.4155100 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Kansas Avenue (-94.415514, 39.091027)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.58 | $15.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.35 | $18.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
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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