Origin
Higginsville, MO
Late night in Higginsville on Sunday
Local time
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Higginsville, 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
55m
Distance
45.5 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Higginsville, MO
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Independence, MO
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Higginsville to Independence, Missouri, expect a quick 45.5-mile journey that typically takes about 55 minutes. This Midwest route is a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops, making it perfect for a flexible schedule. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, it is an economical way to travel between these two points. You will primarily navigate via the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, MO 13, and South Noland Road. Since the drive is short, you have plenty of freedom to head out whenever it best suits your plans.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 32.3 mi | 34m |
| MO 13 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Noland Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Fairground Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Lynn Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 32.3 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Higginsville, MO and Independence, MO.
1
Start on MO 13 Bus
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairground Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto MO 13
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
MO 13
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
4
Merge onto I 70; US 40
32 mi
·
34 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Continue on I 70
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
6
Continue on I 70
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 12
Toward Noland Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto South Noland Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South Noland Road
9
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
466 ft
·
22 sec
·
East Walnut Street
10
Turn right onto South Lynn Street
394 ft
·
22 sec
·
South Lynn Street
11
Turn left onto East Kansas Avenue
145 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Kansas Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
East Kansas Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.8 miles from Higginsville, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 45.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MO 13
At end of road, turn left onto MO 13
Navigation decision point
6
5.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
7
42.1 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward Noland Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Noland Road
5
45.4 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
South Lynn Street
Turn right onto South Lynn Street
Navigation decision point
5
45.5 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
East Kansas Avenue
Turn left onto East Kansas Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.11 one way
$14.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.76 | $17.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.78 | $2.18 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Oak Grove, MO
23 mi in
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
20 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
55m 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 turn-heavy local drive that transitions from open highway to more concentrated roadway navigation. Only about 10% of this trip involves highway travel, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 32.3 miles while cruising on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. As you move away from the initial highway portion, the character of the road shifts significantly, requiring more attention to turns and local traffic patterns. It is a functional, direct route that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.3 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near MO 13.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Higginsville, MO to Independence, MO is easy. At 55m with 10% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (MO 13): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 45.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (10%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.3 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. 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 0.9 miles (MO 13): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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