Palmyra, MO Road Trips

Palmyra, MO serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 14 outbound routes across the area. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 95-mile quick runs to 313-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Palmyra, MO spread mainly west and east, covering a wide geographic range.

city in and county seat of Marion County, Missouri, United States

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Trip Routes

27

Longest Drive

312.8 mi

Joplin, MO

Quickest Drive

1h 35m

O'Fallon, MO

Plan Around Palmyra, MO

Trips from Palmyra, MO

Driving from Palmyra, MO

Expect an average of 165 miles and about 2h 57m behind the wheel when leaving Palmyra, MO. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 313 miles (6h 13m), while the shortest is just 95 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Palmyra, MO are Joplin, MO (312.8 mi, 6h 13m), Lee's Summit, MO (222.1 mi, 4h 20m), Kansas City, MO (208 mi, 3h 18m), East Independence, MO (206.5 mi, 3h 22m), and Independence, MO (205.9 mi, 4h 6m). 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 165-mile trip from Palmyra, MO, budget about $25 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 14 mapped routes leaving Palmyra, MO and 13 routes heading into Palmyra, MO, covering 27 total connections. Distances range from 95 to 313 miles.

The longest mapped route from Palmyra, MO covers 313 miles and takes approximately 6h 13m. Shorter options start at just 95 miles.

The average route from Palmyra, MO runs about 165 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 57m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 165-mile trip from Palmyra, MO costs roughly $25 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Palmyra, MO include Joplin, MO, Lee's Summit, MO, Kansas City, MO and East Independence, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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