Origin
Lilbourn, MO
Late night in Lilbourn on Saturday
Local time
1:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lilbourn, 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
27m
Distance
19.9 mi
32 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 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lilbourn, MO
WoodysMedia
Matthews, MO
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
Lilbourn to Matthews is 19.9 miles and takes about 27 minutes via I 55, US 61, and Coleman Drive, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Missouri, traversing the Midwest region. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a quick and straightforward hop between two points. Given its minimal distance and duration, it's ideal for a quick errand or a brief leg of a larger journey. You'll likely find the drive efficient and no-fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 19.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 82% of the journey utilizing major roadways. Expect a straightforward driving experience for the most part, especially during the longest stretch of 12.9 miles on I 55. You'll transition from the interstate onto US 61 before finishing on Coleman Drive. The character remains consistent, offering a functional drive rather than a scenic one. It's designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal detours or complexities.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 US 61. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO D / 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 27m 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: near the start (MO D / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (US 61; US 62): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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MO D / 3rd Street
Turn right onto MO D / 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
4
2.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 61; US 62
At end of road, turn left onto US 61; US 62
Navigation decision point
4
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North: Sikeston
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 North: Sikeston
6
16.9 mi into trip
|
~22m 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
17.2 mi into trip
|
~22m 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 Lilbourn, MO to Matthews, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Prairie along the way.
Prairie
16.9 mi in
|
~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 12.9 mi | 13m |
| US 61 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Coleman Drive | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| MO 80 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| MO H | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 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 Lilbourn, MO and Matthews, MO.
1
Start on this road
92 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto MO D
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
3rd Street
3
Continue on MO D
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Coleman Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 61; US 62
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 61; US 62
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 55 North: Sikeston
6
Merge onto I 55
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 55
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 58
Toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
8
Turn left onto MO 80
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
MO 80
9
Continue on MO H
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
MO H
10
Arrive at destination
MO H
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.11 one way
$6.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.42 | $6.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.83 | $7.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.39 | $8.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
1:23 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
27m 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 Lilbourn, MO to Matthews, MO covers 19.9 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, US 61, Coleman Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10 miles from Lilbourn, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.11 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 27m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO D / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (US 61; US 62): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Lilbourn, 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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