Malden, MO Road Trips

Malden, MO serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 14 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 298 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Malden, MO spread mainly north and west, covering a wide geographic range.

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Trip Routes

27

Longest Drive

432.4 mi

New York, MO

Quickest Drive

2h 56m

St. Louis, MO

Plan Around Malden, MO

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Malden, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

New York, MO to Malden, MO 428.6 mi · 8h 24m Independence, MO to Malden, MO 411.2 mi · 7h 52m East Independence, MO to Malden, MO 408.9 mi · 7h 52m Blue Springs, MO to Malden, MO 401.5 mi · 7h 40m

Continue From Malden, MO

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Malden, MO to New York, MO 432.4 mi · 6h 45m Malden, MO to Blue Springs, MO 404.1 mi · 6h 14m Malden, MO to Kansas City, MO 393.1 mi · 6h 25m Malden, MO to Independence, MO 391.9 mi · 6h 21m

Trips from Malden, MO

Malden, MO to New York, MO

432.4 mi 6h 45m

Malden, MO to Blue Springs, MO

404.1 mi 6h 14m

Malden, MO to Kansas City, MO

393.1 mi 6h 25m

Malden, MO to Independence, MO

391.9 mi 6h 21m

Malden, MO to East Independence, MO

387.4 mi 6h 23m

Malden, MO to Lee's Summit, MO

375.5 mi 6h 10m

Malden, MO to Columbia, MO

297.8 mi 4h 37m

Malden, MO to Joplin, MO

288.7 mi 4h 47m

Malden, MO to O'Fallon, MO

210.3 mi 3h 17m

Malden, MO to Saint Peters, MO

205.8 mi 3h 11m

Malden, MO to Florissant, MO

203.6 mi 3h 11m

Malden, MO to Saint Charles, MO

199.8 mi 3h 8m

Malden, MO to Castle Point, MO

199.2 mi 3h 11m

Malden, MO to St. Louis, MO

187.1 mi 2h 56m

Driving from Malden, MO

Expect an average of 298 miles and about 4h 46m behind the wheel when leaving Malden, MO. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 432 miles (6h 45m), while the shortest is just 187 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Malden, MO most often head toward New York, MO (432.4 mi, 6h 45m), Blue Springs, MO (404.1 mi, 6h 14m), Kansas City, MO (393.1 mi, 6h 25m), Independence, MO (391.9 mi, 6h 21m), and East Independence, MO (387.4 mi, 6h 23m). 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 298-mile trip from Malden, MO, budget about $44 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 14 mapped routes leaving Malden, MO and 13 routes heading into Malden, MO, covering 27 total connections. Distances range from 187 to 432 miles.

The longest mapped route from Malden, MO covers 432 miles and takes approximately 6h 45m. Shorter options start at just 187 miles.

The average route from Malden, MO runs about 298 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 46m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 298-mile trip from Malden, MO costs roughly $44 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Malden, MO include New York, MO, Blue Springs, MO, Kansas City, MO and Independence, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.