The drive from New York, MO to Webster Groves, MO covers 251.9 miles and takes about 5h 5m 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, Avenue of the Saints, V.F.W. Memorial Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 132.8 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.38 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
126 miles from New York, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 5m. Total distance: 251.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from New York, MO to Webster Groves, MO covers 251.9 miles and takes about 5h 5m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 132.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 5m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 142.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 144.4 miles (County Road 422): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.5 mi into trip|~8m in|US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Turn right onto US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Navigation decision point
4
142.1 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward Veterans Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Veterans Road
4
144.4 mi into trip|~2h 52m in|County Road 422
At end of road, turn left onto County Road 422
Navigation decision point
5
145 mi into trip|~2h 53m in|US 61 / Avenue of the Saints
Merge onto US 61 / Avenue of the Saints
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
248.8 mi into trip|~4h 57m in
Take the exit toward McKnight Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 30
Toward McKnight Road
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
132.8 mi
2h 33m
Avenue of the Saints
101.3 mi
2h 1m
V.F.W. Memorial Highway
5.8 mi
6m
MO B
3.5 mi
8m
Daniel Boone Expressway
2.6 mi
3m
Veterans Road
2.1 mi
3m
South McKnight Road
1.4 mi
2m
North Rock Hill Road
1.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
— 132.8 mi, about 2h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Webster Groves, MO.
1
Start on MO B
3.5 mi·8 min·MO B
2
Turn right onto US 36; MO 110
133 mi·2 hr 33 min·Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
3
Continue on US 24; US 36; MO 110
5.8 mi·6 min·V.F.W. Memorial Highway
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Veterans Road
5
Turn right onto Veterans Road
2.1 mi·3 min·Veterans Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto County Road 422
279 ft·6 sec·County Road 422
7
Continue on Paris Gravel Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Paris Gravel Road
8
Take the ramp
120 ft·3 sec
9
Merge onto US 61
101 mi·2 hr 1 min·Avenue of the Saints
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on I 64; US 40
2.6 mi·3 min·Daniel Boone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 30Toward McKnight RoadUse the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto South McKnight Road
1.4 mi·2 min·South McKnight Road
13
Continue on North Rock Hill Road
1.1 mi·3 min·North Rock Hill Road
14
Turn left onto West Lockwood Avenue
0.4 mi·44 sec·West Lockwood Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
West Lockwood Avenue
Trip Plan
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 126 miles from New York, MO, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.8 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 55 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126 miles or 2h 29m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Webster Groves, 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 251.9 miles and 5h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 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 Chicago-Kansas City Expressway for about 132.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 126 mi from New York, MO
· 2h 29m into the drive
The midpoint is around 126 miles from New York, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Chicago-Kansas City Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 132.8 miles.
Arriving in Webster Groves, MO
The final approach into Webster Groves, 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 Webster Groves, 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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Slim Chickens
3.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, ~11 min detour
4.3 mi from route
~11 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 251.9
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gateway Arch National Park
National Park
Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
$19
near mile 251.9
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75.6
0
$26.45
$12.09
Efficient EV
63
0
$22.04
$10.08
EV Truck/SUV
100.8
1
$35.27
$16.12
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
New York, MO
Morning
in New York on Friday
Local time
9:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Webster Groves, MO
Morning
in Webster Groves on Friday
Local time
9:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
17 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
5h 5m 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 Webster Groves, MO covers 251.9 miles and takes about 5h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, Avenue of the Saints, V.F.W. Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126 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 $39.38 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 5h 5m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 142.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 144.4 miles (County Road 422): Navigation decision point.
The route from New York, MO to Webster Groves, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
