Origin
New York, MO
Night in New York on Wednesday
Local time
9:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New York, MO to Potosi, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h
Distance
283.6 mi
456 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 47m
★
6 AM
6h 0m
8 AM
6h 26m
10 AM
6h 9m
12 PM
6h 7m
3 PM
6h 11m
5 PM
6h 25m
8 PM
5h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York, MO
Ian Ramírez
Trip Overview
The drive from New York, MO to Potosi, MO covers 283.6 miles and takes about 6h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, US 63, North Missouri Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $44.34 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
141.8 miles from New York, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h drive with frequent turns across 283.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New York, MO to Potosi, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | — | — |
| US 63 | — | — |
| North Missouri Street | — | — |
| I 70 | — | — |
| I 70 East | — | — |
| Dwight D | — | — |
| MO 47 | — | — |
| Commercial Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Potosi, MO.
1
Start on the route
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
80 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
3
Take the exit slight right toward US 63: Kirksville, Macon
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 63: Kirksville, Macon
4
Turn right onto North Missouri Street
58 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
North Missouri Street
5
Take the exit slight right toward MO PP, I 70, US 40: Kansas City, Saint Louis
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
MO PP, I 70, US 40: Kansas City, Saint Louis
6
Turn straight
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
7
Take the exit left toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
8
Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
64 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward MO 47: Warrenton, Hawk Point
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
MO 47: Warrenton, Hawk Point
10
Turn right
31 mi
·
47 min
11
At the end of the road, turn left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
12
Take the exit right
138 ft
·
5 sec
13
Turn right
6.2 mi
·
8 min
14
Turn right onto Commercial Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Commercial Avenue
15
Continue on East Gravois Avenue
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
East Gravois Avenue
16
Turn right
20 mi
·
34 min
17
At the end of the road, turn right
11 mi
·
15 min
18
Turn right onto East High Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East High Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 141.8 miles from New York, MO, or about 3h into the drive.
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 62 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.8 miles or 3h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Potosi, 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 283.6 miles and 6h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 141.8 mi from New York, MO · 3h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 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 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 141.8 miles from New York, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Potosi, MO
The final approach into Potosi, 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 Potosi, 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
$44.34 one way
$88.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $48.68 | $97.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $54.58 | $109.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.62 | $125.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.1 | 1 | $29.78 | $13.61 |
| Efficient EV | 70.9 | 0 | $24.82 | $11.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.4 | 1 | $39.70 | $18.15 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Potosi, MO
Night in Potosi on Wednesday
Local time
9:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
10 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
6h on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 Potosi, MO covers 283.6 miles and takes about 6h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, US 63, North Missouri Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 141.8 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 $44.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New York, MO to Potosi, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New York, MO to Potosi, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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