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Trip from Malden, MO to Bowie Corner, MO

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h

Distance

37.9 mi

61 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 56m ★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Malden, MO, MO

Malden, MO

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Downtown Bowie Corner, MO, MO

Bowie Corner, MO

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Trip Overview

The drive from Malden, MO to Bowie Corner, MO covers 37.9 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 62, MO NN, 1st Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.4 miles on US 62. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.93 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 37.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h highway drive covering 37.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 62 and MO NN. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.4 miles on US 62.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 62 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 62 and MO NN. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Madison Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Malden, MO to Bowie Corner, MO is easy. At 1h with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 62; MO 25): Navigation decision point; at 24.8 miles (US 412; MO 84 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Madison Street

Turn right onto South Madison Street

Navigation decision point

3
1.5 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 62; MO 25

Turn right onto US 62; MO 25

Navigation decision point

4
24.8 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 412; MO 84 / 1st Street

Turn left onto US 412; MO 84 / 1st Street

Navigation decision point

3
34.5 mi into trip | ~52m in | County Road 725

Turn right onto County Road 725

Navigation decision point

3
36.3 mi into trip | ~56m in | MO ZZ

Turn right onto MO ZZ

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 62 23.4 mi 34m
MO NN 5.6 mi 9m
1st Street 4 mi 4m
County Road 725 1.9 mi 4m
MO ZZ 1.5 mi 3m
South Madison Street 1.2 mi 2m
West Laclede Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 62 — 23.4 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Malden, MO and Bowie Corner, MO.

1

Start on West Laclede Street

63 ft · 4 sec · West Laclede Street
2

Turn right onto South Madison Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · South Madison Street
3

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 24 sec · this road
4

Turn right onto US 62; MO 25

23 mi · 34 min · US 62; MO 25
5

Turn left onto US 412; MO 84

4.0 mi · 4 min · 1st Street
6

Turn right onto MO NN

5.6 mi · 9 min · MO NN
7

Turn right onto County Road 725

1.9 mi · 4 min · County Road 725
8

Turn right onto MO ZZ

1.5 mi · 3 min · MO ZZ
9

Arrive at destination

MO ZZ

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18.9 mi from Malden, MO · 28m into the drive

Downtown Clarkton, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clarkton, MO

19 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

Kennett, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clarkton, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Malden, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Bowie Corner, MO

The final approach into Bowie Corner, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.93 one way

$11.85 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $6.51 $13.01
premium $4.89 $7.29 $14.59
diesel $5.61 $8.37 $16.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.4 0 $3.98 $1.82
Efficient EV 9.5 0 $3.32 $1.52
EV Truck/SUV 15.2 0 $5.31 $2.43

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Malden, MO

Night in Malden on Thursday

Local time

11:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bowie Corner, MO

Night in Bowie Corner on Thursday

Local time

11:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°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

24 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

1h 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 Malden, MO to Bowie Corner, MO covers 37.9 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 62, MO NN, 1st Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.9 miles from Malden, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.93 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 Malden, MO to Bowie Corner, MO is easy. At 1h with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 62; MO 25): Navigation decision point; at 24.8 miles (US 412; MO 84 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Malden, MO to Bowie Corner, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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