Drive Time
4h 10m
Distance
213.5 mi
344 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
The drive from Kansas City, MO to Dixon, MO covers 213.5 miles and takes about 4h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 63, U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68.4 miles on US 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106.8 miles from Kansas City, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
The drive from Kansas City, MO to Dixon, MO covers 213.5 miles and takes about 4h 10m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,035 ft
Total Descent
818 ft
Highest Point
1,169 ft
~213.5 mi in
Elevation Range
611 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 126.7 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 213.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 126.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.9 miles (US 63 Conn): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 127 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward US 63: Jefferson City, Moberly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto US 63 Conn
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63 toward US 63 South, US 50
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63 toward US 63 South, US 50 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Kansas City, MO to Dixon, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Moberly along the way.
Moberly
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 63 | 68.4 mi | 1h 23m |
| U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway | 54.4 mi | 58m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 54.3 mi | 58m |
| MO 28 Spur | 17.6 mi | 24m |
| George Brett Super Highway | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kansas City, MO and Dixon, MO.
Start on Oak Street
Turn right onto East 12th Street
Turn right onto Charlotte Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40
Continue on I 70
Continue on I 70
Continue on I 70
Continue on I 70
Continue on I 70; US 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Continue on I 70; US 40
Continue on I 70; US 40
Continue on I 70; US 40
Take the exit
Turn slight right
Merge onto US 63 Conn
Take the exit
Merge onto US 63
Take the exit onto US 63
Take the exit onto US 63
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63
Keep slight right at fork onto US 63
Turn slight right onto MO 28 Spur
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 106.8 miles or 1h 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 3h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dixon, MO than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Kansas City, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 213.5 miles and 4h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106.8 mi from Kansas City, MO · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 106.8 miles from Kansas City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 63 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.4 miles.
The final approach into Dixon, 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 Dixon, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$32.43 one way
$64.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $35.75 | $71.50 |
| premium | $4.80 | $40.30 | $80.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.43 | $94.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.1 | 0 | $22.42 | $10.25 |
| Efficient EV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.68 | $8.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.4 | 1 | $29.89 | $13.66 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Kansas City on Sunday
Local time
12:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 11 at 9:09PM CDT until April 11 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill...
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 11 at 9:00PM CDT until April 11 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill...
Destination
Late night in Dixon on Sunday
Local time
12:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Cloudy
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 11 at 9:09PM CDT until April 11 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill...
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 11 at 9:00PM CDT until April 11 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill...
Along the Route
55°F
Quincy, IL
107 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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