How far is Kansas City, MO from Independence, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Kansas City and Independence is 8.76 miles (14.1 km).
Flight distance from Kansas City, MO to Independence, MO is 8.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 13.14 miles (21.15 km) by car.
Driving from Kansas City to Independence will take approximately 00 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Kansas City
The third most populous city in Missouri and the center of the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is located on the Missouri River in western Missouri. Kansas City is known for its barbecue, its jazz music, and its many attractions, such as the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
| Population | 495327 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°5'59"N 94°34'43"W |
| Latitude | 39.0997300 |
| Longitude | -94.5785700 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| 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 Kansas City and Independence
The distance between Kansas City and Independence is 21 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 14 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 Kansas City and Independence. The current time is 11:43:08.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.76 liters (0.46 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Kansas City and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Kansas City to Independence is $1.49 (diesel $2.05).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $1.49 | $1.64 | $1.79 | $2.05 |
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 November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Kansas 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 Kansas City 64.25 miles (103 km)
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Kansas City 243.26 miles (391 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Kansas City 19.28 miles (31 km)
