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Trip from Marthasville, 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

3h 52m

Distance

200.5 mi

323 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 40m ★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 18m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 59m
3 PM
4h 3m
5 PM
4h 17m
8 PM
3h 45m

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

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Downtown Marthasville, MO, MO

Marthasville, MO

Tom Fisk

city in Jackson and Clay counties in Missouri, United States, that is one of two county seats in Jackson County

Independence, MO

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Trip Overview

This 200.5-mile drive from Marthasville, MO to Independence, MO is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day, with an estimated duration of 3 hours and 52 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-70, which makes up 96% of the journey, offering a consistent and efficient route across the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $31, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route is designed for speed and directness rather than extensive sightseeing, making it ideal if your goal is to reach your destination efficiently. Consider starting your trip early to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

100.3 miles from Marthasville, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 176.4 mi 3h 14m
MO 47 15.8 mi 23m
South Noland Road 3 mi 5m
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway 2.7 mi 3m
Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway 1.4 mi 1m
South Street 0.4 mi 1m
Pecan Drive 0.2 mi <1m
East Walnut Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 176.4 mi, about 3h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Marthasville, MO and Independence, MO.

1

Start on South 2nd Street

211 ft · 11 sec · South 2nd Street
2

Turn right onto South Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Street
3

Continue on Pecan Drive

0.2 mi · 55 sec · Pecan Drive
4

Turn right onto MO 47

16 mi · 23 min · MO 47
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 12 sec
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Columbia, Jonesburg
6

Merge onto I 70; US 40

176 mi · 3 hr 14 min · I 70; US 40
7

Continue on I 70

2.7 mi · 3 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
8

Continue on I 70

1.4 mi · 1 min · Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 12 Toward Noland Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Turn right onto South Noland Road

3.0 mi · 5 min · South Noland Road
11

Turn left onto East Walnut Street

466 ft · 22 sec · East Walnut Street
12

Turn right onto South Lynn Street

394 ft · 22 sec · South Lynn Street
13

Turn left onto East Kansas Avenue

145 ft · 6 sec · East Kansas Avenue
14

Arrive at destination

East Kansas Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the comfortable 3-hour and 52-minute drive time, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can comfortably complete the 200.5 miles without needing an overnight stop. Plan to depart Marthasville in the morning to take advantage of the longest uninterrupted stretch on I-70 before encountering any potential midday traffic. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility; however, ensure you're aware of the fuel cost estimate of $31 and plan a fill-up accordingly, especially since much of the drive is on the interstate. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as services can sometimes be spaced out on long highway segments.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.3 miles from Marthasville, MO, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 176.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 44 miles or 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 100.3 miles or 1h 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Independence, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Marthasville, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Marthasville, MO

This is one driving day of about 200.5 miles and 3h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Marthasville, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 176.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbia, MO

100 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

New Haven, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbia, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.3 miles from Marthasville, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 176.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cajun Crab House Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia, Missouri

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 85.9

Hours: 3–8 pm

+15732346277

Visit website

Cajun Crab House Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 85.9

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: 3–8 pm

+15732346277

Visit website

Thailand Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 186.2

Blue Springs, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+18162293292

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 200.5

Independence, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18167955520

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 85.9

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 85.9

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 85.9

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14.3

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 85.9

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14.3

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 157.5

Higginsville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16602071324

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 85.9

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 200.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Street

Turn right onto South Street

Navigation decision point

6
16.4 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the ramp toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Columbia, Jonesburg

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Columbia, Jonesbu...
7
197.1 mi into trip | ~3h 45m 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
200.4 mi into trip | ~3h 51m in | South Lynn Street

Turn right onto South Lynn Street

Navigation decision point

5
200.5 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in | East Kansas Avenue

Turn left onto East Kansas Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.35 one way

$62.69 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $34.42 $68.83
premium $4.89 $38.58 $77.17
diesel $5.61 $44.27 $88.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60.2 0 $21.05 $9.62
Efficient EV 50.1 0 $17.54 $8.02
EV Truck/SUV 80.2 1 $28.07 $12.83

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (67% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Marthasville, MO

Late night in Marthasville on Sunday

Local time

2:29 AM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Independence, MO

Late night in Independence on Sunday

Local time

2:29 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Columbia, MO

100 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

3h 52m 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 largely highway-focused experience on this route, with 96% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads. The bulk of your travel, a continuous stretch of 176.4 miles, will be on I-70, providing a predictable and swift journey. While the primary roads are efficient, the inclusion of MO 47 and South Noland Road suggests brief transitions that might offer a slight change of pace before reaching your destination. This isn't a route known for winding backroads; it's built for covering ground quickly and directly.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 176.4 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and MO 47. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 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 3h 52m drive. You will face about 8 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 Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 197.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Marthasville, MO to Independence, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Jonesburg along the way.

Jonesburg

16.4 mi in | ~26m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 200.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 176.4 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 197.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Independence, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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