Bethany, MO Road Trips
Sitting in the Midwest, Bethany, MO is a local road trip base with 7 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 305 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Bethany, MO spread mainly north and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
438.9 mi
Saint Joseph, MO
Quickest Drive
4h 6m
Saint Peters, MO
Plan Around Bethany, MO
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Continue From Bethany, MO
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Trips from Bethany, MO
Driving from Bethany, MO
The typical drive from Bethany, MO covers about 305 miles and takes around 6h 9m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 439 miles (8h 56m), while the shortest is just 206 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Bethany, MO most often head toward Saint Joseph, MO (438.9 mi, 8h 56m), Lee's Summit, MO (367.9 mi, 7h 35m), Columbia, MO (298.5 mi, 5h 56m), O'Fallon, MO (210.9 mi, 4h 13m), and Saint Peters, MO (206.4 mi, 4h 6m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MO currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 305-mile trip from Bethany, MO, budget about $45 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Bethany, MO and 2 routes heading into Bethany, MO, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 206 to 439 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bethany, MO covers 439 miles and takes approximately 8h 56m. Shorter options start at just 206 miles.
The average route from Bethany, MO runs about 305 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 9m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 305-mile trip from Bethany, MO costs roughly $45 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bethany, MO include Saint Joseph, MO, Lee's Summit, MO, Columbia, MO and O'Fallon, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bethany, MO by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
3,164
Median Income
$46,016
Median Home Value
$119,700
Median Age
42.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Bethany, MO at a Glance
Founded
1860
Elevation
892 ft
Area
4 mi²
Notable People from Bethany, MO
A sampling of people born in Bethany, MO.
Frank Buckles
1901–2011
United States Army soldier and centenarian
City data from Wikidata (Q831200), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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