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Trip from Taos, MO to New York, MO

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

1h 25m

Distance

64.4 mi

104 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 19m ★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Taos, MO, MO

Taos, MO

Valeria Boltneva

Downtown New York, MO, MO

New York, MO

Ian Ramírez

Trip Overview

The drive from Taos, MO to New York, MO covers 64.4 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 36, I 29, MO B for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.5 miles on US 36. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.07 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 64.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 64.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 36 and I 29. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.5 miles on US 36.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 36 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 36 and I 29. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near MO 371.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Taos, MO to New York, MO is easy. At 1h 25m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (MO 371): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (MO DD / Grand DD): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
1.5 mi into trip | ~5m in | MO 371

Turn left onto MO 371

Navigation decision point

3
3 mi into trip | ~8m in | MO DD / Grand DD

Turn right onto MO DD / Grand DD

Navigation decision point

6
4 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the ramp toward I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
3
4.2 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 29; US 71

Merge onto I 29; US 71

Merge point - match speed before joining

5
14 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward US 36 East: Cameron

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 46A Toward US 36 East: Cameron

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 36 46.5 mi 54m
I 29 9.9 mi 10m
MO B 3.5 mi 8m
Southeast Taos Road 1.5 mi 5m
MO 371 1.5 mi 2m
Grand DD 1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 36 — 46.5 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Taos, MO and New York, MO.

1

Start on Southeast Taos Road

1.5 mi · 5 min · Southeast Taos Road
2

Turn left onto MO 371

1.5 mi · 2 min · MO 371
3

Turn right onto MO DD

1.0 mi · 2 min · Grand DD
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
5

Merge onto I 29; US 71

9.9 mi · 10 min · I 29; US 71
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Exit 46A Toward US 36 East: Cameron
7

Merge onto US 36

46 mi · 54 min · US 36
8

Turn right onto MO B

3.5 mi · 8 min · MO B
9

Arrive at destination

MO B

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 32.2 mi from Taos, MO · 43m into the drive

city in Missouri, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cameron, MO

32 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

Saint Joseph, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cameron, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from Taos, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.07 one way

$20.14 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $11.05 $22.11
premium $4.89 $12.39 $24.79
diesel $5.61 $14.22 $28.44

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19.3 0 $6.76 $3.09
Efficient EV 16.1 0 $5.64 $2.58
EV Truck/SUV 25.8 0 $9.02 $4.12

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Taos, MO

Late night in Taos on Friday

Local time

1:36 AM

CDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New York, MO

Late night in New York on Friday

Local time

1:36 AM

CDT

Current temp

46°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

2 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

1h 25m 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 Taos, MO to New York, MO covers 64.4 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 36, I 29, MO B. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.2 miles from Taos, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.07 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 Taos, MO to New York, MO is easy. At 1h 25m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (MO 371): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (MO DD / Grand DD): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Taos, MO to New York, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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