Origin
Howardville, MO
Late night in Howardville on Saturday
Local time
4:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Howardville, MO to Matthews, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
17.4 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Howardville, MO
Tom Fisk
Matthews, MO
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
Howardville, MO to Matthews, MO is 17.4 miles and takes about 21 minutes via I 55 and MO 80, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Missouri, connecting two points in the Midwest region. It’s a straightforward drive, primarily on interstate highways, making it an easy addition to a larger trip or a quick transit between nearby towns. You’ll find this route is all about efficient travel, with minimal fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 17.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 91% of the journey on major roads like I 55 and US 61. Expect a consistent pace for most of the 17.4 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 12.9 miles, likely on I 55, allowing for a steady cruise. While the bulk is interstate, the inclusion of MO 80 and US 61 means you might experience slight shifts in road type, though the overall character remains that of a swift, direct transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MO 80. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Howardville, MO to Matthews, MO is easy. At 21m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North: Sikeston
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 North: Sikeston
3
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
14.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 58
Toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
4
14.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
MO 80
Turn left onto MO 80
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 Howardville, MO to Matthews, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Prairie along the way.
Prairie
14.5 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 12.9 mi | 13m |
| MO 80 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| US 61 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| MO H | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 12.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Howardville, MO and Matthews, MO.
1
Start on US 61; US 62
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 61; US 62
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 55 North: Sikeston
3
Merge onto I 55
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 55
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 58
Toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
5
Turn left onto MO 80
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
MO 80
6
Continue on MO H
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
MO H
7
Arrive at destination
MO H
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.72 one way
$5.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.99 | $5.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 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 | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.52 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
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
Matthews, MO
Late night in Matthews on Saturday
Local time
4:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
20 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
21m 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 Howardville, MO to Matthews, MO covers 17.4 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, MO 80, US 61. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.7 miles from Howardville, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.72 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 Howardville, MO to Matthews, MO is easy. At 21m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Howardville, MO to Matthews, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Prairie along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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