Origin
Kimberling City, MO
Night in Kimberling City on Wednesday
Local time
9:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kimberling City, MO to Kansas City, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 33m
Distance
216 mi
348 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 22m
★
6 AM
3h 34m
8 AM
3h 59m
10 AM
3h 43m
12 PM
3h 40m
3 PM
3h 44m
5 PM
3h 58m
8 PM
3h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kimberling City, MO
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Kansas City, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kimberling City, MO to Kansas City, MO covers 216 miles and takes about 3h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Marina Way, Kimberling Boulevard, the route for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
108 miles from Kimberling City, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 33m drive with frequent turns across 216 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Marina Way is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 33m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kimberling City, MO to Kansas City, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marina Way | — | — |
| Kimberling Boulevard | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
| US 60 West | — | — |
| James River Freeway | — | — |
| MO 13 North | — | — |
| North Kansas Expressway | — | — |
| I 49 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Marina Way
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kimberling City, MO and Kansas City, MO.
1
Start on the route
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Marina Way
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Marina Way
3
Turn right onto Kimberling Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Kimberling Boulevard
4
At the end of the road, turn right
10 mi
·
15 min
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
220 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
6
Exit the roundabout
27 mi
·
37 min
7
Turn left onto US 60 West, US 160 West, MO 13 North: Republic
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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US 60 West, US 160 West, MO 13 North: Republic
8
Merge slight left onto James River Freeway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
James River Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward MO 13 North
7.8 mi
·
14 min
·
MO 13 North
10
Continue on North Kansas Expressway
87 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
North Kansas Expressway
11
Continue straight
36 mi
·
39 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
38 mi
·
45 min
·
I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
13
Take the exit slight right toward 11th Street, Downtown
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
11th Street, Downtown
14
Turn straight onto East 11th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East 11th Street
15
Turn left onto Oak Street
463 ft
·
15 sec
·
Oak Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 108 miles from Kimberling City, MO, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
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 48 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kansas City, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kimberling 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 Kimberling City, MO
This is one driving day of about 216 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Kimberling City, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108 mi from Kimberling City, MO · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 108 miles from Kimberling City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kansas City, MO
The final approach into Kansas City, 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 Kansas City, 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
$33.77 one way
$67.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $37.08 | $74.15 |
| premium | $4.89 | $41.57 | $83.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.69 | $95.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.8 | 0 | $22.68 | $10.37 |
| Efficient EV | 54 | 0 | $18.90 | $8.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.4 | 1 | $30.24 | $13.82 |
Gas CO2
76 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.
Destination
Kansas City, MO
Night in Kansas City on Wednesday
Local time
9:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
19 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
3h 33m 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 Kimberling City, MO to Kansas City, MO covers 216 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Marina Way, Kimberling Boulevard, the route. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 108 miles from Kimberling City, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 33m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kimberling City, MO to Kansas City, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kimberling City, MO to Kansas City, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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