Origin
Scott City, MO
Morning in Scott City on Friday
Local time
10:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scott City, MO to Sargent, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
25.7 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scott City, MO
Alexander Nadrilyanski
Sargent, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
Scott City, MO to Sargent, MO is 25.7 miles and takes about 30 minutes via I 55, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Midwest region and the state of Missouri, making it a convenient local trip. Expect a mostly highway-focused experience, ideal for a quick commute or a brief scenic detour without requiring an overnight stay. The straightforward nature of this route makes it easy to plan and execute, perfect for those needing to cover a short distance efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 25.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll spend the majority of your time on I 55, which forms the longest stretch of uninterrupted driving at 22.3 miles. This means you can expect a consistent pace for most of the trip. The initial and final portions may involve local roads like East Malone Avenue and Main Street, offering a brief change of pace before you merge onto or exit the interstate.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 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 22.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and East Malone Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near US 61 Business.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Scott City, MO to Sargent, MO is easy. At 30m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 61 Business): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles (I 55; US 61): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 23.7 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.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 61 Business
Take the ramp onto US 61 Business toward I 55 South, US 61 South: Sikeston
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 South, US 61 South: Sikeston
3
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 55; US 61
Merge onto I 55; US 61
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
23.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward US 62: Sikeston, Bertrand
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67
Toward US 62: Sikeston, Bertrand
3
25.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
County Road 538
Turn left onto County Road 538
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 Scott City, MO to Sargent, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Bertrand along the way.
Bertrand
23.7 mi in
|
~27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 22.3 mi | 23m |
| East Malone Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| US 61 Business | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Road 538 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 22.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scott City, MO and Sargent, MO.
1
Start on MO K
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
2
Take the ramp onto US 61 Business
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 61 Business
Toward I 55 South, US 61 South: Sikeston
3
Merge onto I 55; US 61
22 mi
·
23 min
·
I 55; US 61
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 67
Toward US 62: Sikeston, Bertrand
5
Turn right onto US 62
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Malone Avenue
6
Turn left onto County Road 538
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
County Road 538
7
Arrive at destination
County Road 538
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.02 one way
$8.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.95 | $9.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.67 | $11.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.23 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Sargent, MO
Morning in Sargent on Friday
Local time
10:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
6 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
30m 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 Scott City, MO to Sargent, MO covers 25.7 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, East Malone Avenue, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.8 miles from Scott City, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.02 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 Scott City, MO to Sargent, MO is easy. At 30m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 61 Business): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles (I 55; US 61): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 23.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Scott City, MO to Sargent, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Bertrand 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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