Origin
Claycomo, MO
Late night in Claycomo on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Claycomo, MO to East Independence, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.7 mi
25 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Claycomo, MO
Lena Khrupina
East Independence, MO
Momo King
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Claycomo to East Independence, you are in for a quick 15.7-mile journey that typically takes about 27 minutes. This short commute is easily manageable as a day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend roughly $2 on fuel, making it a highly budget-friendly transit across the Missouri heartland. Because both locations sit within the Midwest, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a straightforward, practical route that serves as an efficient link between these two Missouri points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 291 | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| South Liberty Parkway | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Lewis & Clark Trail | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Truman Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East 9th Street South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 291
— 7.9 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Claycomo, MO and East Independence, MO.
1
Start on US 69
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lewis & Clark Trail
2
Turn right onto South Liberty Parkway
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
South Liberty Parkway
3
Turn right onto MO 291
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
MO 291
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Toward East Truman Road
5
Turn left onto East Truman Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Truman Road
6
Turn left onto Main Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Road
7
Turn right onto East 9th Street South
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
East 9th Street South
8
Arrive at destination
East 9th Street South
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 15.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
South Liberty Parkway
Turn right onto South Liberty Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
MO 291
Turn right onto MO 291
Navigation decision point
4
13.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward East Truman Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward East Truman Road
4
15.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Main Road
Turn left onto Main Road
Navigation decision point
5
15.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
East 9th Street South
Turn right onto East 9th Street South
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.45 one way
$4.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.02 | $6.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.47 | $6.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.00 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
East Independence, MO
Late night in East Independence on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Clear
SSW 9 to 14 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 20 at 6:24PM CDT until April 22 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 20 at 6:24PM CDT until April 22 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
8 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
27m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 78% of this trip is comprised of major road travel. You will navigate via MO 291, South Liberty Parkway, and the Lewis & Clark Trail to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on MO 291, where you will spend 7.9 miles cruising along the highway. This drive lacks the technical challenges of winding backroads, favoring instead a steady pace that gets you from Claycomo to East Independence without unnecessary complexity. The transition between these roads creates a predictable rhythm, allowing you to settle into a comfortable driving pattern for the duration of the trip.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.9 mi on MO 291.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 291 and South Liberty Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near South Liberty Parkway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (South Liberty Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (MO 291): Navigation decision point; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
962 ft
734 ft
Total Climb
415 ft
Total Descent
376 ft
Highest Point
962 ft
~12.3 mi in
Elevation Range
228 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 15.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.9 miles on MO 291. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (South Liberty Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (MO 291): Navigation decision point; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Independence, MO before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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