Origin
Hastain, MO
Evening in Hastain on Thursday
Local time
5:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hastain, MO to Ionia, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
39.7 mi
64 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Hastain, MO to Ionia, MO covers 39.7 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, MO 7, MO M for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.5 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 39.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 55m highway drive covering 39.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 65 and MO 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.5 miles on US 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and MO 7. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MO V.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hastain, MO to Ionia, MO is easy. At 55m with 76% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MO V): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (MO M): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (MO 7): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MO V
Turn left onto MO V
Navigation decision point
3
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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MO M
Turn left onto MO M
Navigation decision point
3
6.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
MO 7
Turn right onto MO 7
Navigation decision point
4
36.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
MO P
Turn left onto MO P
Navigation decision point
5
39.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
4th Street
Turn left onto 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 15.5 mi | 18m |
| MO 7 | 14.9 mi | 19m |
| MO M | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| MO P | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| MO V | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 15.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hastain, MO and Ionia, MO.
1
Start on this road
271 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MO V
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
MO V
3
Turn left onto MO M
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
MO M
4
Turn right onto MO 7
15 mi
·
19 min
·
MO 7
5
Continue on US 65
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 65
6
Turn left onto MO P
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
MO P
7
Turn right onto MO P Spur
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Main Street
8
Turn left onto 4th Street
132 ft
·
5 sec
·
4th Street
9
Arrive at destination
4th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.9 mi from Hastain, MO · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from Hastain, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ionia, MO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Ionia, 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
$6.21 one way
$12.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.81 | $13.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Ionia, MO
Evening in Ionia on Thursday
Local time
5:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Warsaw, MO
20 mi in
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
21 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
55m 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 Hastain, MO to Ionia, MO covers 39.7 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, MO 7, MO M. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.9 miles from Hastain, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.21 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 Hastain, MO to Ionia, MO is easy. At 55m with 76% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MO V): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (MO M): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (MO 7): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hastain, MO to Ionia, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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