Origin
Polk, MO
Evening in Polk on Tuesday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Polk, MO to New York, MO
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
4h 6m
Distance
177.1 mi
285 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 53m
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6 AM
4h 6m
8 AM
4h 32m
10 AM
4h 15m
12 PM
4h 13m
3 PM
4h 17m
5 PM
4h 31m
8 PM
3h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Polk, MO
Valeria Boltneva
New York, MO
Ian Ramírez
Trip Overview
The drive from Polk, MO to New York, MO covers 177.1 miles and takes about 4h 6m 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 65, West Broadway Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.2 miles on MO 13. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.69 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
88.6 miles from Polk, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 6m highway drive covering 177.1 miles, with most of the trip on MO 13 and US 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.2 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 13 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 71.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 13 and US 65. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 17 miles in near US 54 / US Highway 54.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 6m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17 miles (US 54 / US Highway 54): Navigation decision point; at 75.5 miles (US 50 / West Broadway Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 100.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
17 mi into trip
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~31m in
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US 54 / US Highway 54
Turn right onto US 54 / US Highway 54
Navigation decision point
4
75.5 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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US 50 / West Broadway Boulevard
Turn left onto US 50 / West Broadway Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
100.1 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward MO 13: Clinton, Higginsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward MO 13: Clinton, Higginsville
5
105.2 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
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MO 13
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
171.6 mi into trip
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~3h 52m 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 Polk, MO to New York, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Higginsville along the way.
Higginsville
100.1 mi in
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~2h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 13 | 71.2 mi | 1h 36m |
| US 65 | 58 mi | 1h 12m |
| West Broadway Boulevard | 24.6 mi | 30m |
| MO 64 | 9.5 mi | 16m |
| MO D | 7.5 mi | 14m |
| MO U | 5.5 mi | 13m |
| US Highway 54 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| MO B | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 13
— 71.2 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polk, MO and New York, MO.
1
Start on MO D
2.1 mi
·
5 min
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MO D
2
Continue on MO 64
9.5 mi
·
16 min
·
MO 64
3
Continue on MO D
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
MO D
4
Turn right onto US 54
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 54
5
Turn left onto US 65
58 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
US 65
6
Turn left onto US 50
25 mi
·
30 min
·
West Broadway Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward MO 13: Clinton, Higginsville
Use the right lane.
8
Turn slight right onto MO 13
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
MO 13
9
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
67 ft
·
0 sec
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MO 13
10
Continue on MO 13
66 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
MO 13
11
Turn right onto MO U
5.5 mi
·
13 min
·
MO U
12
Turn left onto MO B
155 ft
·
4 sec
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MO B
13
Arrive at destination
MO B
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 88.6 miles from Polk, MO, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.2 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 80 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.6 miles or 2h 1m 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 16m
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 Polk, 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 Polk, MO
This is one driving day of about 177.1 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Polk, 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 71.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.6 mi from Polk, MO · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 88.6 miles from Polk, 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 71.2 miles.
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
$27.69 one way
$55.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.40 | $60.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.08 | $68.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.10 | $78.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.1 | 0 | $18.60 | $8.50 |
| Efficient EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.50 | $7.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.79 | $11.33 |
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
New York, MO
Evening in New York on Tuesday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
33 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
4h 6m 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 Polk, MO to New York, MO covers 177.1 miles and takes about 4h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 13, US 65, West Broadway Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.6 miles from Polk, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.69 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 6m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 17 miles (US 54 / US Highway 54): Navigation decision point; at 75.5 miles (US 50 / West Broadway Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 100.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Polk, MO to New York, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Higginsville along the way.
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