How far is Houston, MO from Independence, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Houston and Independence is 180.82 miles (291 km).
Flight distance from Houston, MO to Independence, MO is 180.82 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from Houston to Independence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Houston, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 262.93 miles (423.15 km) by car.
Driving from Houston to Independence will take approximately 04 hours 11 minutes.
#1 Houston
City in Missouri, United States
| Population | 2085 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°19'34"N 91°57'22"W |
| Latitude | 37.3261600 |
| Longitude | -91.9559900 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| 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 Houston and Independence
The distance between Houston and Independence is 423 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 42 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 Houston and Independence. The current time is 03:37:42.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 34 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 30 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 35.12 liters (9.28 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Houston and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Houston to Independence is $29.74 (diesel $41.06).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $29.74 | $32.81 | $35.81 | $41.06 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Houston 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 Castle Point, MO to Houston 165.78 miles (267 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Houston 258.51 miles (416 km)
