Caruthersville, MO Road Trips
With 6 routes heading out and 5 heading in, Caruthersville, MO works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 207-mile quick runs to 426-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Caruthersville, MO spread mainly north and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
11
Longest Drive
486.6 mi
Saint Joseph, MO
Quickest Drive
3h 54m
Saint Charles, MO
Plan Around Caruthersville, MO
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Caruthersville, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Caruthersville, MO
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Caruthersville, MO
Caruthersville, MO to Lee's Summit, MO
Caruthersville, MO to East Independence, MO
Caruthersville, MO to Joplin, MO
Caruthersville, MO to Florissant, MO
Caruthersville, MO to Saint Charles, MO
Caruthersville, MO to Castle Point, MO
Driving from Caruthersville, MO
Expect an average of 300 miles and about 5h 45m behind the wheel when leaving Caruthersville, MO. 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 426 miles (8h 3m), while the shortest is just 207 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Caruthersville, MO include Lee's Summit, MO (426.2 mi, 8h 3m), East Independence, MO (419.6 mi, 7h 57m), Joplin, MO (326.8 mi, 6h 45m), Florissant, MO (210.8 mi, 3h 58m), and Saint Charles, MO (207.6 mi, 3h 54m). 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 300-mile trip from Caruthersville, MO, budget about $44 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Caruthersville, MO and 5 routes heading into Caruthersville, MO, covering 11 total connections. Distances range from 207 to 426 miles.
The longest mapped route from Caruthersville, MO covers 426 miles and takes approximately 8h 3m. Shorter options start at just 207 miles.
The average route from Caruthersville, MO runs about 300 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 45m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 300-mile trip from Caruthersville, MO costs roughly $44 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Caruthersville, MO include Lee's Summit, MO, East Independence, MO, Joplin, MO and Florissant, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Caruthersville, MO by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
5,426
Median Income
$35,903
Median Home Value
$118,700
Median Age
36.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Caruthersville, MO at a Glance
Founded
1857
Elevation
276 ft
Area
5 mi²
Notable People from Caruthersville, MO
A sampling of people born in Caruthersville, MO.
Donna Hightower
1926–2013
American soul singer (1926-2013)
Eddie Acuff
1903–1956
American actor
Reggie Young
1936–2019
American guitarist (1936–2019)
City data from Wikidata (Q952886), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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