How far is Stanberry, MO from Independence, MO?
The driving distance from Stanberry, MO to Independence, MO is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.1 miles (125.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 36m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.
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 Buchanan County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stanberry and Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stanberry and Independence.
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Start on North Alanthus Avenue
1740 ft · 35 sec · North Alanthus Avenue
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Turn left onto East Main Street
16.7 mi · 25 min · East Main Street
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Turn right
21.6 mi · 32 min
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Take the ramp left toward I 29 South, US 71 South: Kansas City
1188 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
33.5 mi · 36 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 Stanberry 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 29 South
Merge slight left
33.5 mi · 00h 36m
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 Stanberry and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stanberry to Independence?
The road trip is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
Agency is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.5 miles from Stanberry and 45.2 miles from Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.1 miles (125.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 2:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.01 one way or $26.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Stanberry and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Agency
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 Agency.
Union Station
Independence
Lawrence
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stanberry and Independence. Straight-line distance: 78.12 mi (125.72 km).
#1 Stanberry
City in Gentry County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,165 |
| Coordinates | 40.2177700, -94.5382900 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| 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: 157 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.01 | $26.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.67 | $29.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.06 | $32.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.30 | $36.60 |
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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