Origin
Pilot Grove, MO
Evening in Pilot Grove on Wednesday
Local time
7:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pilot Grove, MO to Blackwater, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
17.5 mi
28 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pilot Grove, MO
Necati Ömer Karpuzoğlu
Blackwater, MO
Mathias Reding
Trip Overview
This short 17.5-mile drive between Pilot Grove and Blackwater, Missouri, is a quick 27-minute trip. With no highway miles, it's a local road experience perfect for a single day. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $3, making it very budget-friendly. You'll primarily navigate on U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, Main Street, and MO K. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a leisurely excursion within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward travel segment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.7 miles from Pilot Grove, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire trip, as 0% of the route is on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 7.7 miles, specifically on U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway. This suggests a route that involves frequent changes in direction and likely passes through smaller communities. The road character will likely feel more intimate and community-focused rather than a high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.7 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m 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: at 6.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles (I 70; US 40 / U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 14.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp 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
3
6.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 70; US 40 / U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 70; US 40 / U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
14.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward MO K: Blackwater
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 89
Toward MO K: Blackwater
4
14.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
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MO K
Turn right onto MO K
Navigation decision point
4
14.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
MO K
Turn right onto MO K
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 Pilot Grove, MO to Blackwater, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo K: Blackwater along the way.
Mo K: Blackwater
14.2 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| MO K | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| College Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
— 7.7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pilot Grove, MO and Blackwater, MO.
1
Start on MO 135
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
College Street
2
Continue on MO 135
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
4
Merge onto I 70; US 40
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 89
Toward MO K: Blackwater
6
Turn right onto MO K
158 ft
·
8 sec
·
MO K
7
Continue on MO K
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
MO K
8
Turn right onto MO K
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
MO K
9
Arrive at destination
MO K
Trip Plan
Since this route is only 27 minutes long, you have maximum flexibility. There are no designated stops provided, so feel free to depart at any time that suits you. With a fuel cost of just $3, you won't need to worry much about refueling. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means paying close attention to navigation, especially around the 7.7-mile stretch on U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, to ensure you don't miss any necessary turns.
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 8.7 miles from Pilot Grove, MO, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.7 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 17.5 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.7 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blackwater, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Pilot Grove, MO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pilot Grove, MO
This is one driving day of about 17.5 miles and 27m.
At 17.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway for about 7.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.7 mi from Pilot Grove, MO · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.7 miles from Pilot Grove, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blackwater, MO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Blackwater, MO if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.74 one way
$5.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.00 | $6.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.37 | $6.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.86 | $7.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.84 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Blackwater, MO
Evening in Blackwater on Wednesday
Local time
7:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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
27m 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 Pilot Grove, MO to Blackwater, MO covers 17.5 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, Main Street, MO K. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.7 miles from Pilot Grove, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.74 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 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles (I 70; US 40 / U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 14.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Pilot Grove, MO to Blackwater, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo K: Blackwater along the way.
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