Kirkwood, MO Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Kirkwood, MO works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 14-mile quick runs to 237-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Kirkwood, MO spread mainly west and north, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
236.9 mi
Lee's Summit, MO
Quickest Drive
19m
Chesterfield, MO
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Kirkwood, MO
Driving from Kirkwood, MO
On average, trips departing from Kirkwood, MO run 103 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 2m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 237 miles (4h 36m), while the shortest is just 14 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Kirkwood, MO include Lee's Summit, MO (236.9 mi, 4h 36m), East Independence, MO (230.3 mi, 4h 30m), Saint Charles, MO (18.6 mi, 25m), St. Louis, MO (13.9 mi, 21m), and Chesterfield, MO (13.8 mi, 19m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MO currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 103-mile trip from Kirkwood, MO, budget about $15 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Kirkwood, MO and 0 routes heading into Kirkwood, MO, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 14 to 237 miles.
The longest mapped route from Kirkwood, MO covers 237 miles and takes approximately 4h 36m. Shorter options start at just 14 miles.
The average route from Kirkwood, MO runs about 103 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 2m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 103-mile trip from Kirkwood, MO costs roughly $15 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Kirkwood, MO include Lee's Summit, MO, East Independence, MO, Saint Charles, MO and St. Louis, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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