Origin
Bethany, MO
Morning in Bethany on Monday
Local time
6:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethany, MO to Kansas City, MO
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
90.2 mi
145 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
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6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kansas City, MO
Matthew Chirinos
Trip Overview
The drive from Bethany, MO to Kansas City, MO covers 90.2 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 35, Miller Street, US 71 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 88.3 miles on I 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.70 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
45.1 miles from Bethany, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 40m highway drive covering 90.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 35 and Miller Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 88.3 miles on I 35.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 88.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and Miller Street. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 136 / Miller Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bethany, MO to Kansas City, MO is easy. At 1h 40m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 136 / Miller Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.4 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 136 / Miller Street
Turn left onto US 136 / Miller Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 35
Merge onto I 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
89.4 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
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US 71
Keep slight left at fork onto US 71 toward I 70 East, US 40 East, US 71 South: Saint Louis, Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East, US 71 South: Sain...
7
89.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2J
Toward Downtown
5
90.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
Oak Street
Turn left onto Oak Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 88.3 mi | 1h 36m |
| Miller Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US 71 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 11th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South 25th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 88.3 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethany, MO and Kansas City, MO.
1
Start on this road
159 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn straight onto US 69
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 25th Street
3
Turn left onto US 136
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Miller Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
5
Merge onto I 35
88 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 71
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 71
Exit 3
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East, US 71 South: Saint Louis, Joplin
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 2J
Toward Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn slight right onto East 11th Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
East 11th Street
9
Turn left onto Oak Street
461 ft
·
15 sec
·
Oak Street
10
Arrive at destination
Oak Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.1 miles from Bethany, MO, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kansas City, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bethany, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bethany, MO
This is one driving day of about 90.2 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bethany, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 35 for about 88.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.1 mi from Bethany, MO · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.1 miles from Bethany, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.3 miles.
Arriving in Kansas City, MO
The final approach into Kansas City, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Kansas City, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.70 one way
$27.40 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.10 | $30.21 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.03 | $34.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.04 | $40.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.47 | $4.33 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.63 | $5.77 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Kansas City, MO
Morning in Kansas City on Monday
Local time
6:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
30 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m 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 Bethany, MO to Kansas City, MO covers 90.2 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35, Miller Street, US 71. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.1 miles from Bethany, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.70 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.
The drive from Bethany, MO to Kansas City, MO is easy. At 1h 40m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 136 / Miller Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.4 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bethany, MO to Kansas City, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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