Distance from Ely to Independence
Ely → Independence
391 km
≈ 243 miles · 211 nautical miles
ElyIndependence
59 min
Flight (if direct)
5 h 39 min
Driving time (est.)
southwest
Direction (219°)
0 h
Time difference
About this route
Travelling from Ely to Independence covers 391 km (243 miles) on a great-circle path — a distance where flying saves many hours compared with the estimated 508 km by road.
The geographic midpoint of the route lies near Ibshawāy, Egypt.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Straight-line distance | 391 km / 243 mi / 211 nmi |
| Estimated road distance | 508 km / 316 mi |
| Estimated flight time | 59 min — if a direct flight operates (805 km/h cruise) |
| Estimated driving time | 5 h 39 min (90 km/h average) |
| Initial bearing | 219° — southwest |
| Geographic midpoint | Near Ibshawāy, Egypt |
| Time difference | Same time zone offset (UTC-06:00 → UTC-06:00) |
| Ely coordinates | 41.8736, -91.5852 |
| Independence coordinates | 39.0911, -94.4155 |
Flight and driving times are estimates. A direct flight may not be available between Ely and Independence — actual travel can require connections, and road routes are longer than the straight line.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Independence from Ely?
Independence is 391 km (243 miles) from Ely measured as a straight line (great-circle distance). The estimated road distance is about 508 km (316 mi).
How long is the flight from Ely to Independence?
If a direct flight operates between Ely and Independence, it would take approximately 59 min, based on an average cruising speed of 805 km/h (500 mph) plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Note that a direct flight may not be available on this route — actual travel may require a connecting flight or another mode of transport.
What is the time difference between Ely and Independence?
Independence has the same time zone offset. Ely uses UTC-06:00 and Independence uses UTC-06:00.
What is the halfway point between Ely and Independence?
The geographic midpoint between Ely and Independence is near Ibshawāy, Egypt, roughly 196 km from each city.
In which direction is Independence from Ely?
Independence lies to the southwest of Ely, at an initial bearing of 219°.