Road Trips from Sedalia, MO
Planning a quick getaway from Sedalia? You've got options for both short hops and longer drives. For a quick day trip, consider destinations around 1.5 hours away with mostly flat terrain. If you're looking for a bit more adventure, there are routes stretching up to nearly 4 hours that include access to national parks. Most of these picks stick to surface roads, making for a more relaxed pace.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
1.3h
With Parks Nearby
3
Under 2 hours
East Independence, MO
1h 41m84.7 mi one way
This 1.7-hour drive covers 84.7 miles on mostly surface roads. It's a solid option if you're looking for a drive similar in length to Independence, MO, but slightly closer. The drive score is 8, indicating a good route.
Jefferson City, MO
1h 19m60.6 mi one way
At 1.3 hours and 60.6 miles, this is one of your shortest options. The terrain is mostly flat, and the drive score is a respectable 7. This trip is significantly shorter than heading towards St. Louis.
Independence, MO
1h 41m87 mi one way
This 1.7-hour route spans 87 miles, primarily on surface roads. It's a slightly longer trip than going to Lee's Summit, MO, but offers a comparable drive score of 7.
Lee's Summit, MO
1h 21m66.9 mi one way
At 1.4 hours and 66.9 miles, this is a convenient short trip. The drive profile is mostly surface roads, and it's a closer option than heading to Independence, MO.
Full-day getaway
Wentzville, MO
2h 55m149.5 mi one way
This 2.9-hour drive covers 149.5 miles on mostly surface roads. It's a moderate-length trip, shorter than O'Fallon, MO, and offers a strong drive score of 8.
St. Louis, MO
3h 44m189.8 mi one way
This 3.7-hour drive, covering 189.8 miles, stands out because it includes access to Gateway Arch National Park. It's one of the longer options, comparable in time to Castle Point, MO, but offers a national park experience.
Castle Point, MO
3h 40m184.2 mi one way
Similar to the St. Louis, MO route in duration (3.7 hours) and distance (184.2 miles), this pick also features access to Gateway Arch National Park. It’s a longer drive, offering a high drive score of 8.
O'Fallon, MO
3h 5m157.9 mi one way
At 3.1 hours and 157.9 miles, this route offers a longer drive than Wentzville, MO. The drive score is a high 8, and it utilizes mostly surface roads.
Browse by Mood
Wentzville, MO
2h 55m149.5 mi one way
St. Louis, MO
3h 44m189.8 mi one way
Castle Point, MO
3h 40m184.2 mi one way
East Independence, MO
1h 41m84.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With mostly flat terrain on these routes, spring drives offer clear views. Longer trips like St. Louis, MO, provide access to Gateway Arch National Park.
Summer
Summer road trips on these surface roads are best enjoyed with an early start. Destinations like St. Louis, MO, offer nearby national parks for exploration.
Fall
The primarily flat terrain on these routes means fall colors will be visible. Longer drives can lead to destinations with national park access.
Winter
Expect mostly flat terrain for winter driving on these routes. Shorter trips remain feasible, while longer drives to St. Louis, MO, offer access to Gateway Arch National Park.
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