Trip from Bowie Corner, MO to Bethany, MO

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 16m

Distance

43.1 mi

69 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min

4 AM

1h 11m ★

6 AM

1h 17m

8 AM

1h 29m

10 AM

1h 21m

12 PM

1h 20m

3 PM

1h 21m

5 PM

1h 28m

8 PM

1h 13m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bowie Corner, MO to Bethany, MO covers 43.1 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Independence Street, MO 53, MO H for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.6 miles on Independence Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.74 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 43.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile.

Drive Character

The drive from Bowie Corner, MO to Bethany, MO covers 43.1 miles and takes about 1h 16m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Independence Street is the longest continuous segment at about 11.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near County Road 725.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Bowie Corner, MO to Bethany, MO is easy. At 1h 16m with 32% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (County Road 725): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (MO NN): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (US 412; MO 84): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3

1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | County Road 725

Turn left onto County Road 725

Navigation decision point

3

3.4 mi into trip | ~8m in | MO NN

Turn left onto MO NN

Navigation decision point

3

9 mi into trip | ~18m in | US 412; MO 84

Turn left onto US 412; MO 84

Navigation decision point

4

38.8 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in | MO H

Turn left onto MO H

Navigation decision point

4

42.4 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in | County Road 102

Turn right onto County Road 102

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Independence Street	11.6 mi	17m
MO 53	9.9 mi	14m
MO H	7.8 mi	18m
MO NN	5.6 mi	9m
US 412	4 mi	4m
County Road 725	1.9 mi	4m
MO ZZ	1.5 mi	3m
County Road 102	0.8 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Independence Street — 11.6 mi, about 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bowie Corner, MO and Bethany, MO.

1

Start on MO ZZ

1.5 mi · 3 min · MO ZZ

2

Turn left onto County Road 725

1.9 mi · 4 min · County Road 725

3

Turn left onto MO NN

5.6 mi · 9 min · MO NN

4

Turn left onto US 412; MO 84

4.0 mi · 4 min · US 412; MO 84

5

Take the exit

470 ft · 13 sec

6

Turn straight onto MO 25

12 mi · 17 min · Independence Street

7

Turn left onto MO 53

9.9 mi · 14 min · MO 53

8

Continue on MO H

3.2 mi · 7 min · MO H

9

Continue on MO H; MO J

1.0 mi · 1 min · MO H; MO J

10

Turn left onto MO H

3.5 mi · 8 min · MO H

11

Turn right onto County Road 102

0.8 mi · 3 min · County Road 102

12

Arrive at destination

County Road 102

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 21.6 mi from Bowie Corner, MO · 35m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clarkton, MO

22 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

Bernie, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clarkton, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Bowie Corner, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Bethany, MO

The final approach into Bethany, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.74 one way

$13.48 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$7.40	$14.80
premium	$4.89	$8.29	$16.59
diesel	$5.61	$9.52	$19.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	12.9	$4.53	$2.07
Efficient EV	10.8	$3.77	$1.72
EV Truck/SUV	17.2	$6.03	$2.76

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Bowie Corner, MO

Evening in Bowie Corner on Thursday

Local time

5:20 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bethany, MO

Evening in Bethany on Thursday

Local time

5:20 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°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

4 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 16m 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 Bowie Corner, MO to Bethany, MO covers 43.1 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Independence Street, MO 53, MO H. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from Bowie Corner, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.74 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 Bowie Corner, MO to Bethany, MO is easy. At 1h 16m with 32% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (County Road 725): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (MO NN): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (US 412; MO 84): Navigation decision point.

The route from Bowie Corner, MO to Bethany, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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