Origin
Independence, MO
Late night in Independence on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Independence, MO to Buckner, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
13.9 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Independence, MO
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Buckner, MO
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Trip Overview
This short 13.9-mile drive from Independence, MO, to Buckner, MO, is easily manageable in about 23 minutes, making it perfect for a quick day trip. With 90% of the route on highways, you'll experience a focused, efficient journey. The estimated fuel cost is a low $2, so budget-wise, this trip is very accessible. Since there are no recommended overnight stops and the drive is so brief, you have plenty of flexibility for departure times and minimal need for extensive planning. This route is a straightforward transit within the Midwest region of Missouri.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West US Highway 24 | 12.6 mi | 19m |
| North Noland Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Sibley Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Lexington Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Lynn Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Kansas Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West US Highway 24
— 12.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence, MO and Buckner, MO.
1
Start on East Kansas Avenue
145 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Kansas Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Lynn Street
406 ft
·
19 sec
·
South Lynn Street
3
Turn right onto East Lexington Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Lexington Avenue
4
Turn left onto North Noland Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Noland Road
5
Turn right onto US 24
13 mi
·
19 min
·
West US Highway 24
6
Turn right onto MO BB
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sibley Street
7
Turn right onto Washington Street
346 ft
·
15 sec
·
Washington Street
8
Arrive at destination
Washington Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.5 — 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
|
South Lynn Street
Turn left onto South Lynn Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Lexington Avenue
Turn right onto East Lexington Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North Noland Road
Turn left onto North Noland Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 24 / West US Highway 24
Turn right onto US 24 / West US Highway 24
Navigation decision point
3
13.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
MO BB / South Sibley Street
Turn right onto MO BB / South Sibley Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.17 one way
$4.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.67 | $5.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
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
Buckner, MO
Late night in Buckner on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
18 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
23m 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 highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 90% of the mileage on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.6 miles along West US Highway 24. You'll navigate primarily using West US Highway 24, North Noland Road, and South Sibley Street. The character of the drive is predominantly one of steady progress on well-traveled routes, ideal for covering ground efficiently without significant diversions.
90% 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: 12.6 mi on West US Highway 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West US Highway 24 and North Noland Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Lynn Street.
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 23m 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: near the start (South Lynn Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Lexington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Noland Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 13.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.6 miles on West US Highway 24. 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 (South Lynn Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Lexington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Noland Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Buckner, 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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