Origin
Hamilton, MO
Late night in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, MO to Independence, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
62 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Independence, MO
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 62-mile drive from Hamilton to Independence, Missouri, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 19 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 91% of the route being on these faster roads. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $10, which is quite budget-friendly. This route keeps you within the Midwest region, specifically within Missouri for its entirety, so you won't be crossing state lines. It's a practical option for a quick transition between these two Missouri towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 110 | 33.9 mi | 36m |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 11.9 mi | 14m |
| MO 291 | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| Lightburne Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| US 24 | 2 mi | 4m |
| North Davis Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Noland Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Leonard Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 110
— 33.9 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, MO and Independence, MO.
1
Start on MO 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Davis Street
2
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
Toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Cameron
3
Merge onto US 36; MO 110
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
4
Turn left onto MO 110
34 mi
·
36 min
·
MO 110
Toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
6
At end of road, turn left onto Plattsburg Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Plattsburg Road
7
Continue on Lightborne Road
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Lightborne Road
8
Continue on Lightburne Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Lightburne Street
9
Continue on South Leonard Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Leonard Street
10
Take the ramp
147 ft
·
2 sec
11
Merge onto MO 291
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
MO 291
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 24
13
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft
·
6 sec
Toward US 24
14
Turn slight right onto US 24
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 24
15
Turn left onto North Noland Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Noland Road
16
Turn right onto East Lexington Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Lexington Avenue
17
Turn left onto South Lynn Street
406 ft
·
19 sec
·
South Lynn Street
18
Turn right onto East Kansas Avenue
145 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Kansas Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
East Kansas Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31 miles from Hamilton, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 61.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Cameron
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Cameron
6
12.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
MO 110
Turn left onto MO 110 toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
5
46.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
Plattsburg Road
At end of road, turn left onto Plattsburg Road
Navigation decision point
6
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 24
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 24
5
61.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
East Kansas Avenue
Turn right onto East Kansas Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.69 one way
$19.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.64 | $21.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.93 | $23.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Independence, MO
Late night in Independence on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip. With 91% of the 62 miles on highways like MO 110 and the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, you'll encounter mostly smooth, faster-paced driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 33.9 miles on MO 110, offering a solid period of consistent travel. While the bulk of the journey is on these main roads, you'll transition to MO 291 as you approach your destination, offering a slight change in the road's character. This isn't a winding, scenic byway, but rather a direct and efficient path.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.9 mi on MO 110.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 110 and Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 62 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.8 miles (MO 110): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.9 miles (Plattsburg Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 62 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.9 miles on MO 110. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.8 miles (MO 110): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.9 miles (Plattsburg Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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