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Trip from East Independence, MO to Lake Winnebago, MO

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

38m

Distance

22.4 mi

36 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 36m ★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown East Independence, MO, MO

East Independence, MO

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Downtown Lake Winnebago, MO, MO

Lake Winnebago, MO

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Trip Overview

East Independence, MO to Lake Winnebago, MO is 22.4 miles and takes about 38m via MO 291, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Missouri, connecting two points in the Midwest region. It's a highway-focused trip, meaning you'll likely encounter consistent speeds and straightforward navigation. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick excursion or as part of a larger journey, offering a simple transition between locations without requiring an overnight stay.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MO 291 18.8 mi 27m
East Truman Road 1.4 mi 3m
Lake Winnebago Drive 0.7 mi 2m
Iroquois Drive 0.4 mi 1m
Seneca Lane 0.3 mi 1m
Main Road 0.3 mi 1m
Mandan Lane 0.2 mi <1m
Mescalero <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: MO 291 — 18.8 mi, about 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Independence, MO and Lake Winnebago, MO.

1

Start on East 9th Street South

79 ft · 8 sec · East 9th Street South
2

Turn left onto Main Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Main Road
3

Turn right onto East Truman Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · East Truman Road
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward MO 291 South: Lee's Summit
5

Merge onto MO 291

10.0 mi · 13 min · MO 291
6

Keep slight left at fork onto MO 291

3.3 mi · 5 min · MO 291
Exit 10B Toward MO 291 South: Harrisonville Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7

Take the ramp onto MO 291

0.6 mi · 53 sec · MO 291
Toward US 50 West, MO 291 South: Kansas City
8

Take the exit onto MO 291

0.1 mi · 18 sec · MO 291
Toward MO 291 South: Jefferson Street, Harrisonville
9

Keep slight left at fork onto MO 291

4.8 mi · 7 min · MO 291
Toward MO 291 South: Harrisonville
10

Turn left onto Lake Winnebago Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Lake Winnebago Drive
11

Turn right onto Seneca Lane

0.3 mi · 1 min · Seneca Lane
12

At end of road, turn left onto Lake Winnebago Drive

369 ft · 20 sec · Lake Winnebago Drive
13

Turn right onto Mandan Lane

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Mandan Lane
14

Continue on Iroquois Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Iroquois Drive
15

Continue on Lake Winnebago Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Lake Winnebago Drive
16

Turn left onto Mescalero

231 ft · 10 sec · Mescalero
17

Arrive at destination

Mescalero

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Main Road

Turn left onto Main Road

Navigation decision point

8
12 mi into trip | ~18m in | MO 291

Keep slight left at fork onto MO 291 toward MO 291 South: Harrisonville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 10B Toward MO 291 South: Harrisonville
6
15.3 mi into trip | ~23m in | MO 291

Take the ramp onto MO 291 toward US 50 West, MO 291 South: Kansas City

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 50 West, MO 291 South: Kansas City
5
15.9 mi into trip | ~24m in | MO 291

Take the exit onto MO 291 toward MO 291 South: Jefferson Street, Harrisonville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MO 291 South: Jefferson Street, Harrison...
6
21.4 mi into trip | ~34m in | Lake Winnebago Drive

At end of road, turn left onto Lake Winnebago Drive

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.50 one way

$7.00 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $3.85 $7.69
premium $4.89 $4.31 $8.62
diesel $5.61 $4.95 $9.89

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.7 0 $2.35 $1.08
Efficient EV 5.6 0 $1.96 $0.90
EV Truck/SUV 9 0 $3.14 $1.43

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

East Independence, MO

Late night in East Independence on Tuesday

Local time

4:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

42°F

Clear

E 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 19 at 10:13PM CDT until April 21 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 19 at 7:54PM CDT until April 22 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Destination

Lake Winnebago, MO

Late night in Lake Winnebago on Tuesday

Local time

4:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

42°F

Clear

E 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 19 at 10:13PM CDT until April 21 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 19 at 7:54PM CDT until April 22 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

38m 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?

This route is predominantly highway travel, with 84% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 18.8 miles primarily on MO 291. The profile suggests a 'highway-focused drive,' indicating that you can expect a steady pace for the majority of the trip. While the main roads include East Truman Road and Lake Winnebago Drive, the bulk of your time will be spent on the more direct highway segments, making for an efficient commute.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.8 mi on MO 291.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 291 and East Truman Road. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Road.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.4 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Road): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (MO 291): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles (MO 291): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from East Independence, MO to Lake Winnebago, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisonville along the way.

Harrisonville

15.9 mi in | ~24m | via MO 291

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 22.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 18.8 miles on MO 291. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lake Winnebago, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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: near the start (Main Road): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (MO 291): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles (MO 291): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lake Winnebago, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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