Ellisville, MO Road Trips
With 3 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Ellisville, MO works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 216-mile quick runs to 290-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Ellisville, MO head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
290.4 mi
Saint Joseph, MO
Quickest Drive
4h 10m
Blue Springs, MO
Plan Around Ellisville, MO
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Ellisville, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Ellisville, MO
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Ellisville, MO
Driving from Ellisville, MO
Expect an average of 245 miles and about 4h 44m behind the wheel when leaving Ellisville, 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 290 miles (5h 33m), while the shortest is just 216 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Ellisville, MO include Saint Joseph, MO (290.4 mi, 5h 33m), Lee's Summit, MO (229.8 mi, 4h 28m), and Blue Springs, MO (215.9 mi, 4h 10m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MO currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 245-mile trip from Ellisville, MO, budget about $38 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Ellisville, MO and 3 routes heading into Ellisville, MO, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 216 to 290 miles.
The longest mapped route from Ellisville, MO covers 290 miles and takes approximately 5h 33m. Shorter options start at just 216 miles.
The average route from Ellisville, MO runs about 245 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 44m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 245-mile trip from Ellisville, MO costs roughly $38 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Ellisville, MO include Saint Joseph, MO, Lee's Summit, MO and Blue Springs, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Ellisville, MO by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
9,908
Median Income
$105,276
Median Home Value
$347,300
Median Age
44.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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