How far is West Plains, MO from Independence, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between West Plains and Independence is 214.87 miles (345.8 km).
Flight distance from West Plains, MO to Independence, MO is 214.87 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 33 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 30 minutes to travel from West Plains to Independence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from West Plains, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 279.25 miles (449.42 km) by car.
Driving from West Plains to Independence will take approximately 04 hours 25 minutes.
#1 West Plains
City in Missouri, United States
| Population | 12383 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°43'41"N 91°51'9"W |
| Latitude | 36.7281200 |
| Longitude | -91.8523700 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| 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 West Plains and Independence
The distance between West Plains and Independence is 449 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 59 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 West Plains and Independence. The current time is 03:13:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 35 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 39 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 43 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 37.3 liters (9.85 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Plains and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Plains to Independence is $31.58 (diesel $43.61).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $31.58 | $34.84 | $38.04 | $43.61 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between West Plains 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 West Plains 306.55 miles (493 km)
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to West Plains 216.09 miles (348 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to West Plains 274.83 miles (442 km)
