How far is Jefferson City, MO from Independence, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Jefferson City and Independence is 125.79 miles (202.44 km).
Flight distance from Jefferson City, MO to Independence, MO is 125.79 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Jefferson City to Independence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Jefferson City, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 149.73 miles (240.97 km) by car.
Driving from Jefferson City to Independence will take approximately 02 hours 24 minutes.
#1 Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri. It is located on the east bank of the Missouri River in the central part of the state. Jefferson City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Missouri State Capitol and the Jefferson City Museum of History and Art.
| Population | 42708 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°34'36"N 92°10'25"W |
| Latitude | 38.5767000 |
| Longitude | -92.1735200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| 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 Jefferson City and Independence
The distance between Jefferson City and Independence is 241 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 40 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 Jefferson City and Independence. The current time is 13:40:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 59 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 44 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 59 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20 liters (5.28 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Jefferson City and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Jefferson City to Independence is $16.93 (diesel $23.39).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $16.93 | $18.68 | $20.39 | $23.39 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City 172.78 miles (278 km)
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Jefferson City 128 miles (206 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Jefferson City 149.59 miles (241 km)
