Origin
Sweet Springs, MO
Late night in Sweet Springs on Sunday
Local time
2:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sweet Springs, 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
1h 7m
Distance
56.1 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
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.
Sweet Springs, MO
Valeria Boltneva
East Independence, MO
Momo King
Trip Overview
Sweet Springs, MO to East Independence, MO is 56.1 miles and takes about 1h 7m via Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Missouri, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a local driving experience, meaning you'll encounter more turns and traffic signals than a pure interstate journey. Given its short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, offering a straightforward connection between the two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 49.8 mi | 53m |
| South Little Blue Parkway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| South Jackson Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Locust Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Holke Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East Truman Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East R.D. Mize Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 49.8 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sweet Springs, MO and East Independence, MO.
1
Start on MO 127
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Locust Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
3
Merge onto I 70; US 40
50 mi
·
53 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 17
Toward Little Blue Parkway, 39th Street, Mall Entrance
Use the slight right lane.
5
Turn right onto South Little Blue Parkway
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Little Blue Parkway
6
Turn left onto East R.D. Mize Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
East R.D. Mize Road
7
Turn right onto South Jackson Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Jackson Drive
8
Turn straight onto Holke Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Holke Road
9
Turn left onto East Truman Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Truman Road
10
Turn right onto Main Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Road
11
Turn right onto East 9th Street South
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
East 9th Street South
12
Arrive at destination
East 9th Street South
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.1 miles from Sweet Springs, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 56.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
8
50.9 mi into trip
|
~56m 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...
4
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
East R.D. Mize Road
Turn left onto East R.D. Mize Road
Navigation decision point
4
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
South Jackson Drive
Turn right onto South Jackson Drive
Navigation decision point
5
56.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
East 9th Street South
Turn right onto East 9th Street South
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.77 one way
$17.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.63 | $19.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.39 | $24.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
East Independence, MO
Late night in East Independence on Sunday
Local time
2:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 16 mph
86% chance
Live forecast
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 5:13PM CDT until April 17 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 5:13PM CDT until April 17 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
72°F
Odessa, MO
28 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
28 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 drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy,' suggesting a local road feel rather than an open highway cruise. With a highway share of only 3%, you'll spend most of your time navigating city streets and connecting local routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 49.8 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which will likely be the most highway-like portion of your journey. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in speed and direction as you transition between different roadways.
Only 3% 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: 49.8 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
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 1h 7m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.9 miles (East R.D. Mize Road): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Sweet Springs, MO to East Independence, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mall Entrance along the way.
Mall Entrance
50.9 mi in
|
~56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 56.1 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 (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.8 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 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.9 miles (East R.D. Mize Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East 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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