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Trip from Normandy, MO to East 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

4h 30m

Distance

230.2 mi

370 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 17m ★
6 AM
4h 30m
8 AM
4h 57m
10 AM
4h 40m
12 PM
4h 37m
3 PM
4h 41m
5 PM
4h 56m
8 PM
4h 22m

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

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Downtown Normandy, MO, MO

Normandy, MO

Marie-Claude Vergne

Downtown East Independence, MO, MO

East Independence, MO

Momo King

Trip Overview

Normandy, MO to East Independence, MO is 230.2 miles and takes about 4h 30m via I 70, South Little Jackson Drive, and South Little Blue Parkway, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, traversing Missouri for its entirety. It's a straightforward drive primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. You'll find it's a practical route with minimal fuss, ideal if you're looking for efficiency over extensive sightseeing.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

115.1 miles from Normandy, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 223 mi 4h 14m
South Little Blue Parkway 1.6 mi 3m
South Jackson Drive 1.2 mi 2m
Holke Road 0.9 mi 2m
East Truman Road 0.7 mi 1m
Bermuda Drive 0.6 mi 1m
Main Road 0.3 mi 1m
East R.D. Mize Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 223 mi, about 4h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Holborn Drive

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Holborn Drive
2

Turn right onto Ellington Drive

0.2 mi · 52 sec · Ellington Drive
3

At end of road, turn right onto Bermuda Drive

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bermuda Drive
4

Take the ramp

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
5

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 12 sec
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville Use the slight left lane.
6

Merge onto I 70

223 mi · 4 hr 14 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 17 Toward Little Blue Parkway, 39th Street, Mall Entrance Use the slight right lane.
8

Turn right onto South Little Blue Parkway

1.6 mi · 3 min · South Little Blue Parkway
9

Turn left onto East R.D. Mize Road

0.2 mi · 37 sec · East R.D. Mize Road
10

Turn right onto South Jackson Drive

1.2 mi · 2 min · South Jackson Drive
11

Turn straight onto Holke Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · Holke Road
12

Turn left onto East Truman Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Truman Road
13

Turn right onto Main Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Main Road
14

Turn right onto East 9th Street South

79 ft · 3 sec · East 9th Street South
15

Arrive at destination

East 9th Street South

Trip Plan

Given the 4h 30m duration, departing in the morning is recommended to ensure you have ample daylight for arrival. With only one suggested stop and a 230.2-mile total distance, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. Plan your fuel stops strategically, as the longest stretch on I 70 is 223 miles; ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on that segment. The $36 fuel cost is an estimate, so monitor prices along your route.

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 115.1 miles from Normandy, MO, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 223 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 51 miles or 1h in

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

Halfway reset

Around 115.1 miles or 2h 13m 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 37m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Normandy, 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 Normandy, MO

This is one driving day of about 230.2 miles and 4h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Normandy, 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 223 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Fulton, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fulton, MO

115 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

Wentzville, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fulton, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 115.1 miles from Normandy, 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 223 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, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 115.8

Hours: 3–8 pm

+15732346277

Visit website

Cafe Berlin

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia, Missouri

1 mi

Cafe Poland by Iwona

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia, Missouri

1.3 mi

Cajun Crab House Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 115.8

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: 3–8 pm

+15732346277

Visit website

Cafe Berlin

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.8

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+15734410400

Visit website

Cafe Poland by Iwona

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.8

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: 5–8 pm

+17024270048

Visit website

Hive Cafe LLC

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Ferguson, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13149428717

Visit website

Chuck-A-Burger Drive-In Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13144279524

Visit website

Café Verona

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 231.5

Independence, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18168330044

Visit website

The Wine Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 16.5

St Charles, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+16364108002

Visit website

HK'S Cafe & Bistro

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately

Berkeley, Missouri

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+13145512100

EVgo Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 33.1

Wentzville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 49.6

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 115.8

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 49.6

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 115.8

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 115.8

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 115.8

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 115.8

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 230.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Ellington Drive

Turn right onto Ellington Drive

Navigation decision point

7
1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Wentzville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
5
2.1 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 70

Merge onto I 70

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
225 mi into trip | ~4h 18m in

Take the exit toward Little Blue Parkway, 39th Street, Mall Entrance

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 17 Toward Little Blue Parkway, 39th Street, Mall E...
5
230.2 mi into trip | ~4h 30m in | East 9th Street South

Turn right onto East 9th Street South

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.99 one way

$71.98 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 81 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $39.51 $79.03
premium $4.89 $44.30 $88.60
diesel $5.61 $50.83 $101.65

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 80.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 69.1 0 $24.17 $11.05
Efficient EV 57.6 0 $20.14 $9.21
EV Truck/SUV 92.1 1 $32.23 $14.73

Gas CO2

81 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 17, 2026

Origin

Normandy, MO

Late night in Normandy on Sunday

Local time

12:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

East Independence, MO

Late night in East Independence on Sunday

Local time

12:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

27 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

4h 30m on the road

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

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the journey utilizing major interstates and parkways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 223 miles primarily on I 70, offering a consistent pace. Expect this to be a fast and direct transit, with little deviation from high-speed roadways. The character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.

98% 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: 223 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and South Little Blue Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Ellington Drive.

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 4h 30m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Ellington Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 30m. Total distance: 230.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 223 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: at 0.2 miles (Ellington Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at East 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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