Origin
Holden, MO
Late night in Holden on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holden, MO to 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
1h 7m
Distance
47.4 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holden, MO
Anna Guerrero
Independence, MO
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Trip Overview
Connecting Holden to Independence, this 47.4-mile trek is a straightforward journey through the Missouri heartland. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 7 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a quick, one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an incredibly affordable way to navigate the region. Since both towns are located within the Midwest, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. Because the entire route is easily manageable in a single session, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. It serves as a reliable, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 26.2 mi | 30m |
| North Lexington Street | 9.2 mi | 16m |
| South Noland Road | 8.9 mi | 15m |
| Blue Parkway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Olive Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Lynn Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 26.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holden, MO and Independence, MO.
1
Start on South Market Street
66 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Market Street
2
Turn right onto West 6th Street
350 ft
·
17 sec
·
West 6th Street
3
Turn right onto MO 131
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Olive Street
4
Turn left onto MO 58; MO 131
348 ft
·
14 sec
·
West 2nd Street
5
Turn right onto MO 131
9.2 mi
·
16 min
·
North Lexington Street
6
Turn right onto US 50
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
US 50
7
Turn left onto Northwest 1251st Road
131 ft
·
11 sec
·
Northwest 1251st Road
8
Turn left onto US 50
25 mi
·
29 min
·
US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on MO 350
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Blue Parkway
10
Turn right onto MO V
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
South Noland Road
11
Continue on South Noland Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South Noland Road
12
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
466 ft
·
22 sec
·
East Walnut Street
13
Turn right onto South Lynn Street
394 ft
·
22 sec
·
South Lynn Street
14
Turn left onto East Kansas Avenue
145 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Kansas Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
East Kansas Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 23.7 miles from Holden, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 47.4 — 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
|
West 6th Street
Turn right onto West 6th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MO 58; MO 131 / West 2nd Street
Turn left onto MO 58; MO 131 / West 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
6
10.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 50
Turn left onto US 50
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
South Lynn Street
Turn right onto South Lynn Street
Navigation decision point
5
47.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
East Kansas Avenue
Turn left onto East Kansas Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.41 one way
$14.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.14 | $16.27 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.47 | $20.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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 Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 5 to 13 mph
24% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM 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
23 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 7m 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 trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied as you transition between road types. You will spend roughly 60% of your time on highways, providing a nice balance between speed and local navigation. The longest uninterrupted portion of your drive occurs on US 50, where you can settle into a 26.2-mile stretch. As you move off the main highway and onto North Lexington Street and South Noland Road, the character of the drive shifts toward more localized traffic patterns. It is an efficient route that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate-focused journey while still maintaining steady progress toward your destination.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.2 mi on US 50.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 6th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MO 58; MO 131 / West 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (US 50): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Independence, MO
Full guide →Independence, known as the Queen City of the Trails, is a city in western Missouri just east of Kansas City with a population of approximately 110,000. Independence's founding predates that of Kansas City, and it was home to U.S. President Harry S. Truman and the legendary actress Ginger Rogers, as well as the starting point of three of America's great Westward Trails: the Santa Fe Trail, the California Trail, and the Oregon Trail. The city also hosts numerous historical sites related to the Community of Christ (formerly RLDS), Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormons"), American Civil War and Western history. While offering a full range of entertainment and lodging options for visitors, Independence generally tends to be more "quiet" than its larger neighbor to the west.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 47.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.2 miles on US 50. 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: near the start (West 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MO 58; MO 131 / West 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (US 50): 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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