Origin
New York, MO
Afternoon in New York on Sunday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New York, MO to Camdenton, MO
Drive Time
4h 7m
Distance
176.4 mi
284 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 54m
★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
3h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York, MO
Ian Ramírez
Camdenton, MO
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from New York, MO to Camdenton, MO, expect a journey covering 176.4 miles that typically takes about 4 hours and 7 minutes. This Midwest drive is well-suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay to complete comfortably. You will primarily navigate via MO 13, US 50, and North Hickory Street during your travels. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, the trip is quite budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a straightforward connection between these two Missouri locations.
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
88.2 miles from New York, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive keeps you moving efficiently, with 74% of the journey spent on major roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 71.4 miles found on MO 13. Expect a mix of faster highway speeds and transitions onto local streets like North Hickory Street as you approach your destination. The route maintains a consistent pace, helping you make steady progress through the Missouri landscape. Behind the wheel, you will find the infrastructure reliable and predictable, making for a relatively low-stress experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 71.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 13 and US 50. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near MO 13.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 7m 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 5.5 miles (MO 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.9 miles (MO 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 77 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
5.5 mi into trip
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~13m in
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MO 13
At end of road, turn left onto MO 13
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
71.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
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MO 13
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
77 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Sedalia, Jefferson City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 East: Sedalia, Jefferson City
5
77.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
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US 50
Merge onto US 50
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
176.4 mi into trip
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~4h 7m in
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US 54
At end of road, turn right onto US 54
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from New York, MO to Camdenton, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Jefferson City along the way.
Jefferson City
77 mi in
|
~1h 49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 13 | 71.4 mi | 1h 36m |
| US 50 | 24.5 mi | 29m |
| North Hickory Street | 20.7 mi | 30m |
| MO 52 | 17 mi | 23m |
| N State Highway 5 | 16.8 mi | 23m |
| South Limit Avenue | 16.7 mi | 21m |
| MO U | 5.5 mi | 13m |
| North Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
MO 13
— 71.4 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Camdenton, MO.
1
Start on MO B
155 ft
·
6 sec
·
MO B
2
Turn right onto MO U
5.5 mi
·
13 min
·
MO U
3
At end of road, turn left onto MO 13
66 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
MO 13
Use the none lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
206 ft
·
3 sec
·
MO 13
5
Continue on MO 13
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
MO 13
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 50 East: Sedalia, Jefferson City
7
Merge onto US 50
25 mi
·
29 min
·
US 50
Use the none lane.
8
Turn right onto US 65
17 mi
·
21 min
·
South Limit Avenue
9
Take the exit onto MO 52
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
MO 52
Toward MO 52 East: Cole Camp
10
Turn left onto MO 52
17 mi
·
23 min
·
MO 52
11
Turn right onto MO 135
21 mi
·
30 min
·
North Hickory Street
12
Merge onto MO 5
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
13
Continue on MO 5
17 mi
·
23 min
·
N State Highway 5
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 54 West: Nevada
15
Turn slight right onto US 54
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 54
16
Turn left onto Court Circle SE
147 ft
·
4 sec
·
Court Circle SE
17
Continue on Court Circle SE
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Court Circle SE
18
Continue on Court Circle SW
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
Court Circle SW
19
At end of road, turn right onto US 54
296 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 54
20
Arrive at destination
US 54
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour trek, plan for at least one scheduled stop to stretch your legs and keep your focus sharp. Departing early in the morning can help you avoid mid-day congestion and gives you more flexibility once you arrive in Camdenton. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $27 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and idling time in traffic. Because the majority of your time is spent on highways, ensure your tire pressure and fluid levels are checked before you pull out of New York. Use the flexibility of this one-day route to choose your own timing, but try to avoid peak commuting hours on the stretches of MO 13.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 88.2 miles from New York, MO, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.4 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 80 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.2 miles or 2h 4m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Camdenton, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New York, 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 York, MO
This is one driving day of about 176.4 miles and 4h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New York, 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 71.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.2 mi from New York, MO · 2h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.2 miles from New York, 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 71.4 miles.
Arriving in Camdenton, MO
The final approach into Camdenton, 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 Camdenton, 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
$26.79 one way
$53.59 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $29.54 | $59.07 |
| premium | $4.80 | $33.30 | $66.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $39.19 | $78.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.9 | 0 | $18.52 | $8.47 |
| Efficient EV | 44.1 | 0 | $15.43 | $7.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.70 | $11.29 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Camdenton, MO
Afternoon in Camdenton on Sunday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
7 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
4h 7m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from New York, MO to Camdenton, MO covers 176.4 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 13, US 50, North Hickory 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 88.2 miles from New York, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 7m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles (MO 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.9 miles (MO 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 77 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from New York, MO to Camdenton, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Jefferson City along the way.
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