Origin
New Franklin, MO
Night in New Franklin on Thursday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Franklin, MO to New York, MO
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 38m
Distance
118.8 mi
191 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 28m
★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Franklin, MO
Tima Miroshnichenko
New York, MO
Ian Ramírez
Trip Overview
The drive from New Franklin, MO to New York, MO covers 118.8 miles and takes about 2h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MO 13, US 40, MO U for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.2 miles on MO 13. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.57 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
59.4 miles from New Franklin, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 118.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 38m highway drive covering 118.8 miles, with most of the trip on MO 13 and US 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.2 miles on MO 13.
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.
MO 13 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 13 and US 40. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 5.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from New Franklin, MO to New York, MO is easy. At 2h 38m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 58.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MO 5
Turn right onto MO 5
Navigation decision point
3
6.6 mi into trip
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~13m in
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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
6
58.9 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward MO 13: Higginsville, Warrensburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 49
Toward MO 13: Higginsville, Warrensburg
3
59.1 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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MO 13
Turn right onto MO 13
Navigation decision point
4
113.3 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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MO U
Turn right onto MO U
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 New Franklin, MO to New York, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Warrensburg along the way.
Warrensburg
58.9 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 13 | 54.2 mi | 1h 15m |
| US 40 | 52.3 mi | 56m |
| MO U | 5.5 mi | 13m |
| MO 5 | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| East Ashley Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| MO B | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 13
— 54.2 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Franklin, MO and New York, 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
52 mi
·
56 min
·
US 40
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 49
Toward MO 13: Higginsville, Warrensburg
7
Turn right onto MO 13
54 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
MO 13
8
Turn right onto MO U
5.5 mi
·
13 min
·
MO U
9
Turn left onto MO B
155 ft
·
4 sec
·
MO B
10
Arrive at destination
MO B
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.4 miles from New Franklin, MO, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.2 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.4 miles or 1h 10m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York, 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 118.8 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from New Franklin, 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.
The longest stretch is on MO 13 for about 54.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.4 mi from New Franklin, MO · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.4 miles from New Franklin, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New York, MO
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.57 one way
$37.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.39 | $40.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.86 | $45.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.23 | $52.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.47 | $5.70 |
| Efficient EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.63 | $7.60 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
New York, MO
Night in New York on Thursday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Lexington, MO
59 mi in
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
9 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
2h 38m 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 New York, MO covers 118.8 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 13, US 40, MO U. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.4 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 $18.57 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from New Franklin, MO to New York, MO is easy. At 2h 38m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 58.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from New Franklin, MO to New York, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Warrensburg along the way.
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