How far is Windsor, MO from East Independence, MO?
The driving distance from Windsor, MO to East Independence, MO is about 80.6 miles (129.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.4 miles (95.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m 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 01h 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.
Unincorporated community in Missouri
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Windsor and East Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Windsor and East Independence.
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Start on South Main Street
12 m · 6 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Benton Street
12.5 mi · 22 min · West Benton Street
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Continue on North Lee Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · North Lee Street
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Turn sharp right
8.4 mi · 10 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward MO 13 Business: Warrensburg
73 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto MO 13 Business: Warrensburg
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto East Hale Lake Road
1803 ft · 38 sec · East Hale Lake Road
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Turn right onto South Holden Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Holden Street
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Turn left onto West Young Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Young Street
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Turn left
35.4 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 291 North: Hamblen Road, Independence
1076 ft · 26 sec
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Turn slight right
65 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight
13.3 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward East Truman Road
1459 ft · 45 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Truman Road
1.2 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 Windsor and East Independence.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
35.4 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Windsor and Showers And Thunderstorms near East Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Windsor to East Independence?
The road trip is about 80.6 miles (129.7 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Elm is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from Windsor and 40.5 miles from East Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.4 miles (95.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 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 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.75 one way or $21.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Windsor and Showers And Thunderstorms near East Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Elm
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 Elm.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Windsor and East Independence. Straight-line distance: 59.38 mi (95.57 km).
#1 Windsor
Town in Missouri, United States
| Population | 2,813 |
| Coordinates | 38.5322400, -93.5221500 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| 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: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.75 | $21.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.12 | $24.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.26 | $26.53 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.12 | $30.23 |
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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