Fulton, MO Road Trips
With 9 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Fulton, MO works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 124 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Fulton, MO spread mainly west and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
11
Longest Drive
228.4 mi
Joplin, MO
Quickest Drive
25m
Mokane, MO
Plan Around Fulton, MO
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Fulton, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Fulton, MO
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Fulton, MO
Fulton, MO to Joplin, MO
Fulton, MO to Saint Joseph, MO
Fulton, MO to Kansas City, MO
Fulton, MO to Lee's Summit, MO
Fulton, MO to Independence, MO
Fulton, MO to St. Louis, MO
Fulton, MO to Saint Charles, MO
Fulton, MO to Jefferson City, MO
Fulton, MO to Mokane, MO
Driving from Fulton, MO
The typical drive from Fulton, MO covers about 124 miles and takes around 2h 24m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 228 miles (4h 26m), while the shortest is just 14 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Fulton, MO most often head toward Joplin, MO (228.4 mi, 4h 26m), Saint Joseph, MO (208.2 mi, 3h 55m), Kansas City, MO (150.6 mi, 2h 52m), Lee's Summit, MO (147.6 mi, 2h 50m), and Independence, MO (143.2 mi, 2h 44m). 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 124-mile trip from Fulton, MO, budget about $18 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. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 9 mapped routes leaving Fulton, MO and 2 routes heading into Fulton, MO, covering 11 total connections. Distances range from 14 to 228 miles.
The longest mapped route from Fulton, MO covers 228 miles and takes approximately 4h 26m. Shorter options start at just 14 miles.
The average route from Fulton, MO runs about 124 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 24m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 124-mile trip from Fulton, MO costs roughly $18 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Fulton, MO include Joplin, MO, Saint Joseph, MO, Kansas City, MO and Lee's Summit, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Fulton, MO by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
12,611
Median Income
$55,015
Median Home Value
$144,500
Median Age
34.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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