Origin
Benton, MO
Afternoon in Benton on Friday
Local time
12:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benton, MO to Sargent, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
17.1 mi
28 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benton, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Sargent, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
Benton, MO to Sargent, MO is 17.1 miles and takes about 20 minutes via I 55, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Missouri. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. Given the short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion or as a quick connection between points without requiring an overnight stay. Plan for minimal travel time and ease of navigation.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 17.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 78% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 13.3 miles on I 55, offering a consistent and fast-paced driving experience. The remainder of the journey incorporates local roads like East Malone Avenue and East North Street, which will likely feel like a brief transition before or after the main highway segment. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal complexity, characterized by the efficiency of interstate travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and East Malone Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 77 / East North Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 77 / East North Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MO 77 / East North Street
Turn left onto MO 77 / East North Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 South: Sikeston
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 South: Sikeston
3
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
15.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 62: Sikeston, Bertrand
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67
Toward US 62: Sikeston, Bertrand
3
17.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
County Road 538
Turn left onto County Road 538
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Benton, MO to Sargent, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Bertrand along the way.
Bertrand
15.1 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 13.3 mi | 14m |
| East Malone Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East North Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| County Road 538 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Winchester Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 13.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton, MO and Sargent, MO.
1
Start on US 61
72 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Winchester Street
2
Turn left onto MO 77
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East North Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 55 South: Sikeston
4
Merge onto I 55
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I 55
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 67
Toward US 62: Sikeston, Bertrand
6
Turn right onto US 62
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Malone Avenue
7
Turn left onto County Road 538
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
County Road 538
8
Arrive at destination
County Road 538
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.67 one way
$5.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.94 | $5.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.78 | $7.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Sargent, MO
Afternoon in Sargent on Friday
Local time
12:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
20m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Benton, MO to Sargent, MO covers 17.1 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, East Malone Avenue, East North Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Benton, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 77 / East North Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from Benton, MO to Sargent, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Bertrand along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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