Malden, MO Road Trips
Malden, MO serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 5 outbound routes across the area. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 185-mile quick runs to 289-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Malden, MO head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
15
Longest Drive
428.6 mi
New York, MO
Quickest Drive
3h 35m
St. Louis, MO
Plan Around Malden, MO
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Continue From Malden, MO
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Trips from Malden, MO
Driving from Malden, MO
Expect an average of 217 miles and about 4h 16m behind the wheel when leaving Malden, 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 289 miles (5h 57m), while the shortest is just 185 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Malden, MO most often head toward Joplin, MO (288.8 mi, 5h 57m), O'Fallon, MO (208.4 mi, 4h 3m), Saint Peters, MO (203.9 mi, 3h 56m), Saint Charles, MO (197.7 mi, 3h 51m), and St. Louis, MO (185.2 mi, 3h 35m). 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 217-mile trip from Malden, MO, budget about $32 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 5 mapped routes leaving Malden, MO and 10 routes heading into Malden, MO, covering 15 total connections. Distances range from 185 to 289 miles.
The longest mapped route from Malden, MO covers 289 miles and takes approximately 5h 57m. Shorter options start at just 185 miles.
The average route from Malden, MO runs about 217 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 16m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 217-mile trip from Malden, MO costs roughly $32 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Malden, MO include Joplin, MO, O'Fallon, MO, Saint Peters, MO and Saint Charles, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Malden, MO by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
3,818
Median Income
$38,786
Median Home Value
$88,900
Median Age
38.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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