Diamond Head Restaurant
Near the start, short detour
Republic, Missouri
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14177325188
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
219.8 mi
354 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marionville, MO
life vibes
New York, MO
Ian Ramírez
Marionville, MO to New York, MO is 219.8 miles and takes about 4h 47m via MO 13 and US 60, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Missouri, making it a convenient drive across the Midwest. With a highway-focused profile and 95% of the drive on major roads, you'll cover significant ground efficiently. This is a solid option if you're looking for a straightforward, single-day journey without needing an overnight stop.
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
109.9 miles from Marionville, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 47m. Total distance: 219.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of your journey utilizing major roads like MO 13 and US 60. Expect long stretches of relatively uninterrupted driving, including one segment of 100.4 miles primarily on MO 13. The character of the drive is largely about covering distance efficiently, with the North Kansas Expressway offering a segment of faster travel. You'll experience a consistent pace for the majority of the 4h 47m trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 13 and North Kansas Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 60.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 47m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 60): Navigation decision point; at 27.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto US 60
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward MO 13: Bolivar
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward MO 13 North: Bolivar
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto MO 13 toward MO 13 North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto MO 13 toward MO 13 North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 13 | 100.4 mi | 2h 13m |
| North Kansas Expressway | 86.6 mi | 1h 42m |
| US 60 | 15.1 mi | 22m |
| Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| MO U | 5.5 mi | 13m |
| MO MM | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| West Lincoln Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| MO 14 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Marionville, MO and New York, MO.
Start on MO ZZ
Turn right onto MO 14
At end of road, turn left onto US 60
Turn left onto MO MM
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 44
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on MO 13
Continue on MO 13
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
Continue on MO 13
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
Continue on MO 13
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
Continue on MO 13
Turn right onto MO U
Turn left onto MO B
Arrive at destination
Starting your drive from Marionville in the morning will give you ample time to reach New York, MO, well before evening. Given the relatively short duration of 4h 47m and the 219.8-mile distance, you won't need to break this trip up. Plan for one stop to refuel and stretch, which should be more than sufficient. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 100.4 miles on MO 13, to avoid any unexpected delays.
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 48 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.9 miles or 2h 16m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York, MO than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Marionville, 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 Marionville, MO
This is one driving day of about 219.8 miles and 4h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.9 mi from Marionville, MO · 2h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 109.9 miles from Marionville, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MO 13 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.4 miles.
The final approach into New York, 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 New York, MO.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Republic, Missouri
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14177325188
Near the start, short detour
Republic, Missouri
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14177325188
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Republic, Missouri
+18332172197
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Higginsville, Missouri
Hours: Open 24 hours
+16602071324
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Springfield, Missouri
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18332172197
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Springfield, Missouri
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Springfield, Missouri
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Battlefield
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Regular Gas
$34.36 one way
$68.73 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $37.73 | $75.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $42.30 | $84.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.53 | $97.06 |
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: 76.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good
Dynamic EVC Charging Station
Republic, Missouri
1 DCFC
Pilot Flying J Charging Station
Higginsville, Missouri
1 DCFC
Dynamic EVC Charging Station Charging Station
Springfield, Missouri
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Springfield, Missouri
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Springfield, Missouri
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.9 | 0 | $23.08 | $10.55 |
| Efficient EV | 55 | 0 | $19.23 | $8.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.9 | 1 | $30.77 | $14.07 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Marionville on Saturday
Local time
1:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in New York on Saturday
Local time
1:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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