Origin
Hoffman, MO
Evening in Hoffman on Wednesday
Local time
6:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hoffman, MO to Boonville, MO
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
31m
Distance
16.7 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hoffman, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Boonville, MO
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Trip Overview
This short 16.7-mile drive from Hoffman, MO to Boonville, MO takes about 31 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimate of $3, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes MO 135, the U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, and West Ashley Road, offering a mixed driving experience. Since there are no recommended stops, you can complete this trip in one go, making it ideal for a spontaneous outing or a brief leg of a larger adventure.
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
8.4 miles from Hoffman, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
You'll experience a mixed drive on this route, with 47% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 7.5 miles on MO 135, providing a consistent pace before transitioning. The drive involves a blend of faster highway sections and potentially more local road navigation, so be prepared for changes in speed and road conditions. This varied character means you won't encounter a monotonous interstate grind, but rather a dynamic route that keeps you engaged behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MO 135 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near MO N.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (MO N): Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles (I 70; US 40 / U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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MO N
Turn right onto MO N
Navigation decision point
5
9.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia
3
9.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 70; US 40 / U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 70; US 40 / U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
7
12.9 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 40
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40 toward I 70 Business, US 40, MO 5: Boonville, Tipton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 101
Toward I 70 Business, US 40, MO 5: Boonville, T...
5
16.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 40; MO 5; MO 87 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 40; MO 5; MO 87 / Main Street
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 Hoffman, MO to Boonville, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Tipton along the way.
Tipton
12.9 mi in
|
~23m
|
via US 40
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 135 | 7.5 mi | 13m |
| U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| West Ashley Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Georgetown Drive | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| MO N | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 40 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 135
— 7.5 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hoffman, MO and Boonville, MO.
1
Start on Georgetown Drive
1.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Georgetown Drive
2
Turn right onto MO N
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
MO N
3
Turn straight onto MO 135
7.5 mi
·
13 min
·
MO 135
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia
5
Merge onto I 70; US 40
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 40
Exit 101
Toward I 70 Business, US 40, MO 5: Boonville, Tipton
7
Turn left onto I 70 Bus; US 40; MO 5
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
West Ashley Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 40; MO 5; MO 87
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
US 40; MO 5; MO 87
Trip Plan
Given its short 31-minute duration and 16.7-mile length, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at any time that suits you, and since there are no recommended stops, you can easily complete it without needing to plan for breaks. The estimated fuel cost is only $3, so monitoring your fuel level isn't a major concern. A practical tip for this drive is to pay close attention as you transition between MO 135 and West Ashley Road, as these shifts can sometimes be abrupt on shorter, mixed routes.
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 8.4 miles from Hoffman, MO, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.5 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 16.7 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.4 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boonville, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Hoffman, MO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hoffman, MO
This is one driving day of about 16.7 miles and 31m.
At 16.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on MO 135 for about 7.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.4 mi from Hoffman, MO · 18m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.4 miles from Hoffman, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boonville, MO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Boonville, 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
$2.61 one way
$5.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.87 | $5.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.21 | $6.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.69 | $7.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 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 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
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
Boonville, MO
Evening in Boonville on Wednesday
Local time
6:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
34 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
31m 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 Hoffman, MO to Boonville, MO covers 16.7 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 135, U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, West Ashley Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.4 miles from Hoffman, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.61 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 31m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (MO N): Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles (I 70; US 40 / U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from Hoffman, MO to Boonville, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Tipton along the way.
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