How far is Salem, MO from Independence, MO?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Salem and Independence is 185.21 miles (298.06 km).

Flight distance from Salem, MO to Independence, MO is 185.21 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 28 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 25 minutes to travel from Salem to Independence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Salem, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 237.51 miles (382.24 km) by car.

Driving from Salem to Independence will take approximately 04 hours 00 minutes.

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#1 Salem

City in Missouri, United States

Population 4874
GPS Coordinates 37°38'44"N 91°32'10"W
Latitude 37.6456000
Longitude -91.5359800
Altitude 361
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Salem and Independence

The distance between Salem and Independence is 382 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 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 Salem and Independence. The current time is 02:07:45.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 07 hours 54 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 05 hours 56 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 04 hours 45 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 57 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 03 hours 10 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 57 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 31.73 liters (8.38 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to Independence is $26.86 (diesel $37.09).

Missouri gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.21 $3.54 $3.86 $4.43
Total $26.86 $29.64 $32.35 $37.09

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 Salem 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

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