Origin
Risco, MO
Late night in Risco on Saturday
Local time
1:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Risco, MO to Matthews, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
30.2 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Risco, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Matthews, MO
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
Risco, MO to Matthews, MO is 30.2 miles and takes about 40 minutes via I 55 and US 61, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Missouri. It's a straightforward journey that’s ideal for a quick transfer or a brief scenic detour. Given its modest distance and duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a same-day trip, allowing ample time for activities at your destination. Consider it a simple hop between nearby towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 30.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 57% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I 55, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 12.9 miles, which provides a consistent pace. The route then transitions to local roads like West Freeman Avenue and US 61, offering a change of scenery and pace. Expect a blend of faster highway driving and more localized road conditions as you approach your destination. The overall profile suggests a drive that balances efficiency with moments of more direct local engagement.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 14.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Risco, MO to Matthews, MO is easy. At 40m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
14.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North: Sikeston
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 North: Sikeston
3
14.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
27.2 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 58
Toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
4
27.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
MO 80
Turn left onto MO 80
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 Risco, MO to Matthews, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Prairie along the way.
Prairie
27.2 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 12.9 mi | 13m |
| West Freeman Avenue | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| US 61 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| MO 80 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| MO H | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 12.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Risco, MO and Matthews, MO.
1
Start on US 62
12 mi
·
17 min
·
West Freeman Avenue
2
Continue on US 61; US 62
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 61; US 62
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 55 North: Sikeston
4
Merge onto I 55
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 55
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 58
Toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
6
Turn left onto MO 80
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
MO 80
7
Continue on MO H
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
MO H
8
Arrive at destination
MO H
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.72 one way
$9.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.18 | $10.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.67 | $13.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Matthews, MO
Late night in Matthews on Saturday
Local time
1:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
40m 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 Risco, MO to Matthews, MO covers 30.2 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, West Freeman Avenue, US 61. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.1 miles from Risco, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.72 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.
The drive from Risco, MO to Matthews, MO is easy. At 40m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Risco, MO to Matthews, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Prairie along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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