Distance from San Diego to Independence by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Diego (CA) to Independence (MO) is 1346 miles or 2166 kilometers or 1169 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Diego to Independence is 1611 miles (2594 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 265 miles or 428 km.

San Diego to Independence Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between San Diego, CA and Independence, MO
This map shows the distance from San Diego, CA, Usa to Independence, MO, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Diego, California to Independence, Missouri is displayed below.

Driving distance from San Diego, CA to Independence, MO

The driving distance from San Diego, California to Independence, Missouri is 1611 miles or 2594 km.
The total driving distance from San Diego, CA to Independence, MO is 1611 miles or 2594 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Diego, California. It ends in Independence, Missouri.
The driving distance from San Diego, California to Independence, Missouri is approximately 1611 miles (2594 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 29 to 30 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Diego, CA to Independence, MO

How long is the drive from San Diego, CA to Independence, MO?
The total driving time is 29 hours, 4 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Diego to Independence take?
San Diego and Independence are 29 hours 4 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between San Diego and Independence

Time difference between San Diego (CA) and Independence (MO) is 3 Hours.
Independence time is 3 Hours ahead of San Diego.

Current local time in San Diego	Current local time in Independence
2025-12-18, 08:49:31 PST	2025-12-18, 11:49:31 EST

How Far is it Between San Diego California, USA and Independence Missouri, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between San Diego, CA and Independence, MO in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1611 mi	2594 km	1398.99 nmi
Straight line distance	1346 mi	2166 km	1169 nmi
Difference	265 mi	428 km	229 nmi

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