Trip from New Franklin, MO to Kansas City, MO

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 3m

Distance

106.4 mi

171 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 55m ★

6 AM

2h 4m

8 AM

2h 21m

10 AM

2h 10m

12 PM

2h 8m

3 PM

2h 11m

5 PM

2h 20m

8 PM

1h 58m

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

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 106.4-mile drive from New Franklin, MO, to Kansas City, MO, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes. With 83% of the route on highways, it's a focused journey through the heart of the Midwest. The estimated fuel cost is around $17, making it an economical option for exploring this region. You'll primarily travel on US 40, the George Brett Super Highway, and the Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway. This route offers a practical and efficient way to get from one Missouri city to another without needing an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

53.2 miles from New Franklin, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 106.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 83% of the 106.4 miles spent on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 84.9 miles on US 40, indicating a significant portion of the journey will be on this main artery. While not a winding scenic byway, this route offers a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. You'll transition from US 40 to the George Brett Super Highway and the Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, maintaining a highway feel for most of the 2-hour trip.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 84.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 40 and George Brett Super Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 5.

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 2h 3m drive. You will face about 5 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 5): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (US 40): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.7 miles (I 670; I 70 Alt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

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

3

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MO 5

Turn right onto MO 5

Navigation decision point

3

6.6 mi into trip | ~13m in | US 40

Turn slight right onto US 40 toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City

9

105.7 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in | I 670; I 70 Alt

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670; I 70 Alt toward I 670 West, I 70 Alternate, I 35 South: Topeka, Wichita

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 2L Toward I 670 West, I 70 Alternate, I 35 South:...

9

105.9 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Take the exit toward 13th Street, Downtown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2P Toward 13th Street, Downtown

5

106.3 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | Oak Street

Turn right onto Oak Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 40	84.9 mi	1h 31m
George Brett Super Highway	6.8 mi	9m
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway	5.6 mi	6m
MO 5	3.6 mi	7m
East Ashley Road	3 mi	5m
Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway	1.8 mi	2m
East 13th Street	0.2 mi	<1m
I 670	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 40 — 84.9 mi, about 1h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Franklin, MO and Kansas City, MO.

1

Start on MO 5

41 ft · 5 sec · MO 5

2

Turn right onto MO 5

3.6 mi · 7 min · MO 5

3

Turn slight right

129 ft · 4 sec

4

Turn slight right onto I 70 Bus; US 40; MO 5

3.0 mi · 5 min · East Ashley Road

5

Turn slight right onto US 40

85 mi · 1 hr 31 min · US 40

Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City

6

Continue on I 70

2.7 mi · 3 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway

7

Continue on I 70

1.8 mi · 2 min · Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Continue on I 70

2.9 mi · 3 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway

9

Continue on I 70

6.8 mi · 9 min · George Brett Super Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670; I 70 Alt

0.2 mi · 21 sec · I 670; I 70 Alt

Exit 2L Toward I 670 West, I 70 Alternate, I 35 South: Topeka, Wichita Use the straight / slight right lanes.

11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Exit 2P Toward 13th Street, Downtown Use the slight right lane.

12

Continue on East 13th Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · East 13th Street

13

Turn right onto Oak Street

454 ft · 13 sec · Oak Street

14

Arrive at destination

Oak Street

Trip Plan

Given the short 2-hour duration and 106.4-mile distance, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart New Franklin, MO, at your leisure, perhaps after a morning coffee. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, topping up your tank before you leave is a good idea, though you won't likely need to refuel mid-journey. The longest stretch is 84.9 miles on US 40, so plan your breaks accordingly, perhaps before or after this significant segment. There are no designated stops listed, so feel free to pull over at any point that suits you for a quick stretch.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 53.2 miles from New Franklin, MO, or about 1h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 miles.

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 23 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 53.2 miles or 1h 3m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 39m

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 New Franklin, 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 New Franklin, MO

This is one driving day of about 106.4 miles and 2h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from New Franklin, MO.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on US 40 for about 84.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 53.2 mi from New Franklin, MO · 1h 3m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Higginsville, MO

53 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

Sweet Springs, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Higginsville, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53.2 miles from New Franklin, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.9 miles.

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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Pokesan - Poke Bowls, Dumplings & More

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kansas City, Missouri

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.4

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18167016120

Visit website

Dott Boss

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kansas City, Missouri

0.3 mi

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Independence, Missouri

1.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Core Coffee & Eatery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kansas City, Missouri

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.4

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18162875027

Visit website

Pokesan - Poke Bowls, Dumplings & More

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18167016120

Visit website

Dott Boss

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 106.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+18162838000

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.2

Independence, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18167955520

Visit website

Black Garlic Restaurant & Rum Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 106.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 5–9 pm

+18162146939

Visit website

Chef Tito´s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.4

North Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18168414700

Visit website

TAILLEUR RESTAURANT

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $50 to $10 mile 106.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 5–9 pm

+18164427042

Visit website

Chappell's Restaurant & Sports Museum

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18164210002

Visit website

Thailand Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.2

Blue Springs, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+18162293292

Visit website

Core Coffee & Eatery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18162875027

Visit website

Pilot EV Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 7.6

Boonville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16608829120

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 60.8

Higginsville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16602071324

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 7.6

Boonville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 7.6

Boonville, Missouri

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 22.8

Nelson, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Boonville, Missouri

+18668167584

Money Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 106.4

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+18168812683

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.63 one way

$33.27 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$18.26	$36.53
premium	$4.89	$20.48	$40.95
diesel	$5.61	$23.49	$46.98

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	31.9	$11.17	$5.11
Efficient EV	26.6	$9.31	$4.26
EV Truck/SUV	42.6	$14.90	$6.81

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (68% 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

New Franklin, MO

Afternoon in New Franklin on Friday

Local time

1:38 PM

CDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kansas City, MO

Afternoon in Kansas City on Friday

Local time

1:38 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

2h 3m 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 New Franklin, MO to Kansas City, MO covers 106.4 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 40, George Brett Super Highway, Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 53.2 miles from New Franklin, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.63 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 2h 3m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 5): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (US 40): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.7 miles (I 670; I 70 Alt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

The route from New Franklin, MO to Kansas City, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Kansas City, MO

Nearby Places

Pokesan - Poke Bowls, Dumplings & More

Core Coffee & Eatery

Pokesan - Poke Bowls, Dumplings & More

Dott Boss

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Black Garlic Restaurant & Rum Bar

Chef Tito´s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

TAILLEUR RESTAURANT

Chappell's Restaurant & Sports Museum

Thailand Restaurant

Core Coffee & Eatery

Pilot EV Charging Station

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Money Museum

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

New Franklin, MO

Kansas City, MO

Same local time

19 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 3m on the road

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