Origin
Kansas City, MO
Afternoon in Kansas City on Sunday
Local time
2:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kansas City, MO to Boonville, MO
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
103.3 mi
166 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Kansas City, MO
Matthew Chirinos
Boonville, MO
ShotPot
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across the Missouri Midwest, the 103.3-mile trip from Kansas City to Boonville is a straightforward option. Expect the drive to take roughly 1 hour and 58 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You should budget about $16 for fuel to cover the distance between these two points. Since the entire trip stays within the state of Missouri, you will find it easy to manage without the need for an overnight stay. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a manageable transit time that fits easily into a weekend schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.6 miles from Kansas City, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your attention rather than a monotonous cruise on a straight interstate. You will navigate a series of major thoroughfares, including the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, the U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, and the George Brett Super Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 52.5 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which provides the most consistent portion of your travel. Because the route relies on local road connections, you should be prepared for frequent shifts in road character as you transition between these named highways. Keep your focus sharp, as the technical nature of these turns keeps the drive engaging from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 52.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 12th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 7 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 (East 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40 / George Brett Super Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East 12th Street
Turn right onto East 12th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East, US 40 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 70; US 24; US 40 / George Brett Super Highway
Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40 / George Brett Super Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
99.4 mi into trip
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~1h 50m 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
102.9 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 52.5 mi | 56m |
| U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway | 32 mi | 34m |
| George Brett Super Highway | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| West Ashley Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 40 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 52.5 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kansas City, MO and Boonville, MO.
1
Start on Oak Street
20 ft
·
4 sec
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Oak Street
2
Turn right onto East 12th Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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East 12th Street
3
Turn right onto Charlotte Street
476 ft
·
11 sec
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Charlotte Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East
5
Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
George Brett Super Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on I 70
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on I 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 70
2.6 mi
·
3 min
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Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on I 70
53 mi
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56 min
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on I 70; US 40
32 mi
·
34 min
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U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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US 40
Exit 101
Toward I 70 Business, US 40, MO 5: Boonville, Tipton
12
Turn left onto I 70 Bus; US 40; MO 5
3.1 mi
·
5 min
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West Ashley Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 40; MO 5; MO 87
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 40; MO 5; MO 87
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without worrying about extensive pacing or mid-route rest stops. Since there are no scheduled stops in the current plan, you can easily complete the entire 103.3-mile distance in one go. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of this path makes it feel longer than its two-hour duration might suggest, so plan for a quick stretch break if you feel fatigued. To make the most of your travel, ensure your fuel tank is ready for the journey, as the $16 estimated cost is based on a direct transit. Always check local traffic patterns before heading out, as the reliance on local highways means your arrival time could fluctuate based on regional flow.
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 51.6 miles from Kansas City, MO, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.5 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.6 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boonville, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kansas City, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kansas City, MO
This is one driving day of about 103.3 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kansas City, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 52.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.6 mi from Kansas City, MO · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.6 miles from Kansas City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boonville, MO
The final approach into Boonville, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Boonville, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.69 one way
$31.38 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.30 | $34.59 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.50 | $39.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.95 | $45.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31 | 0 | $10.85 | $4.96 |
| Efficient EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.04 | $4.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.46 | $6.61 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Afternoon in Boonville on Sunday
Local time
2:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 58m 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 Kansas City, MO to Boonville, MO covers 103.3 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, George Brett Super Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.6 miles from Kansas City, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.69 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 1h 58m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40 / George Brett Super Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kansas City, MO to Boonville, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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