Hazelwood, MO Road Trips
Sitting in the Midwest, Hazelwood, MO is a local road trip base with 5 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 228-mile quick runs to 246-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Hazelwood, MO head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
293.1 mi
Saint Joseph, MO
Quickest Drive
4h 24m
Independence, MO
Plan Around Hazelwood, MO
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Hazelwood, MO
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
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Driving from Hazelwood, MO
The typical drive from Hazelwood, MO covers about 235 miles and takes around 4h 36m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 246 miles (4h 57m), while the shortest is just 228 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Hazelwood, MO most often head toward New York, MO (245.6 mi, 4h 57m), Kansas City, MO (235.3 mi, 4h 32m), Lee's Summit, MO (232.3 mi, 4h 30m), and Independence, MO (228 mi, 4h 24m). 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 235-mile trip from Hazelwood, MO, budget about $35 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 4 mapped routes leaving Hazelwood, MO and 1 routes heading into Hazelwood, MO, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 228 to 246 miles.
The longest mapped route from Hazelwood, MO covers 246 miles and takes approximately 4h 57m. Shorter options start at just 228 miles.
The average route from Hazelwood, MO runs about 235 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 36m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 235-mile trip from Hazelwood, MO costs roughly $35 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Hazelwood, MO include New York, MO, Kansas City, MO, Lee's Summit, MO and Independence, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Hazelwood, MO by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
25,214
Median Income
$55,930
Median Home Value
$154,900
Median Age
38.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Hazelwood, MO at a Glance
Founded
1949
Elevation
561 ft
Area
17 mi²
City data from Wikidata (Q963585), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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