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Trip from Brumley, MO to Iberia, MO

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

17m

Distance

12 mi

19 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 16m ★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 17m

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

Downtown Brumley, MO, MO

Brumley, MO

Valeria Boltneva

Downtown Iberia, MO, MO

Iberia, MO

Valeria Boltneva

Trip Overview

This 12-mile drive from Brumley to Iberia, Missouri, is a quick 17-minute trip that's perfect for a single day. With nearly all of it on main roads like MO 42 and MO C, you'll experience a straightforward journey through the Midwest. Given its short distance and minimal duration, it's an easy addition to any existing travel plans in the region, requiring no overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is a very reasonable $2, making it an economical option for a brief excursion. This route offers a simple, direct connection within Missouri.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

6 miles from Brumley, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this 12-mile trip, with a 98% highway share. You'll primarily be on MO 42, which constitutes the longest uninterrupted stretch at 11.7 miles. The road is designed for efficient travel, so you won't encounter many winding or particularly technical sections. This route offers a consistent driving experience, allowing you to maintain a steady pace for most of the journey. It's a straightforward path that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B efficiently.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MO 42 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 42 and MO C. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO C.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 4 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 C): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MO C): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.2 miles (MO 42): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MO C

Turn left onto MO C

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | MO C

Keep slight left at fork onto MO C

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | MO 42

Turn left onto MO 42

Navigation decision point

3
11.9 mi into trip | ~17m in | Pearl Street

Turn right onto Pearl Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MO 42 11.7 mi 16m
MO C 0.1 mi <1m
Pearl Street <0.1 mi <1m
Short Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: MO 42 — 11.7 mi, about 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brumley, MO and Iberia, MO.

1

Start on Short Street

146 ft · 12 sec · Short Street
2

Turn left onto MO C

262 ft · 5 sec · MO C
3

Keep slight left at fork onto MO C

436 ft · 15 sec · MO C
4

Turn left onto MO 42

12 mi · 16 min · MO 42
5

Turn right onto Pearl Street

342 ft · 15 sec · Pearl Street
6

Arrive at destination

Pearl Street

Trip Plan

With just 12 miles and a 17-minute duration, this trip offers significant flexibility. You can easily depart at any time of day without needing to plan for extensive stops or overnight breaks. The fuel cost is minimal at just $2, so you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Since this is such a short drive, you can consider it a spontaneous addition to your itinerary. Keep an eye out for the transition from MO 42 to MO C, as this is the primary change in road designation you'll encounter on this brief journey.

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 6 miles from Brumley, MO, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.7 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 12 miles or 17m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 6 miles or 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Iberia, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Brumley, MO.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Brumley, MO

This is one driving day of about 12 miles and 17m.

At 12 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on MO 42 for about 11.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6 mi from Brumley, MO · 8m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Tuscumbia, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tuscumbia, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6 miles from Brumley, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Iberia, MO

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Iberia, MO if you are unfamiliar with the area.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.88 one way

$3.75 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $2.06 $4.12
premium $4.89 $2.31 $4.62
diesel $5.61 $2.65 $5.30

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.6 0 $1.26 $0.58
Efficient EV 3 0 $1.05 $0.48
EV Truck/SUV 4.8 0 $1.68 $0.77

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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

Brumley, MO

Evening in Brumley on Wednesday

Local time

7:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Iberia, MO

Evening in Iberia on Wednesday

Local time

7:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

55°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

12 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

17m 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 Brumley, MO to Iberia, MO covers 12 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 42, MO C, Pearl 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 6 miles from Brumley, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.88 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 17m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO C): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MO C): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.2 miles (MO 42): Navigation decision point.
The route from Brumley, MO to Iberia, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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