Distance from San Jose to Independence by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Independence (MO) is 1495 miles or 2405 kilometers or 1298 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Independence is 1857 miles (2989 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 362 miles or 584 km.

San Jose to Independence Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Independence, MO

The driving distance from San Jose, California to Independence, Missouri is 1857 miles or 2989 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Independence, MO is 1857 miles or 2989 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Independence, Missouri.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Independence, Missouri is approximately 1857 miles (2989 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 31 to 32 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Jose, CA to Independence, MO

How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Independence, MO?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 50 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Independence take?
San Jose and Independence are 31 hours 50 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 Jose and Independence

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

Current local time in San Jose	Current local time in Independence
2025-12-21, 20:34:53 PST	2025-12-21, 23:34:53 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1857 mi	2989 km	1612.62 nmi
Straight line distance	1495 mi	2405 km	1298 nmi
Difference	362 mi	584 km	314 nmi

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