How far is St. Louis, MO from Independence, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between St. Louis and Independence is 229.15 miles (368.78 km).
Flight distance from St. Louis, MO to Independence, MO is 229.15 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 28 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from St. Louis to Independence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from St. Louis, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 240.03 miles (386.29 km) by car.
Driving from St. Louis to Independence will take approximately 03 hours 45 minutes.
#1 St. Louis
The second most populous city in Missouri and the center of the St. Louis metropolitan area. It is located on the Mississippi River in eastern Missouri. St. Louis is known for its Gateway Arch, its baseball team, the St. Louis Cardinals, and its many attractions, such as the St. Louis Zoo and the Missouri Botanical Garden.
| Population | 315685 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°37'38"N 90°11'52"W |
| Latitude | 38.6272700 |
| Longitude | -90.1978900 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| 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 St. Louis and Independence
The distance between St. Louis and Independence is 386 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 17 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 St. Louis and Independence. The current time is 06:49:19.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 59 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 00 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 48 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 00 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 59 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 32.06 liters (8.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between St. Louis and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from St. Louis to Independence is $27.15 (diesel $37.49).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $27.15 | $29.95 | $32.69 | $37.49 |
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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis 12.29 miles (20 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to St. Louis 239.88 miles (386 km)
