Monett, MO Road Trips
Drivers starting from Monett, MO have 1 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Midwest. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 264 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Monett, MO head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
263.5 mi
Castle Point, MO
Quickest Drive
4h 33m
Saint Joseph, MO
Plan Around Monett, MO
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Monett, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Monett, MO
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Monett, MO
Driving from Monett, MO
Expect an average of 264 miles and about 5h 15m behind the wheel when leaving Monett, 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 264 miles (5h 15m), while the shortest is just 264 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Monett, MO include Castle Point, MO (263.5 mi, 5h 15m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MO currently averages around $3.94 per gallon. For the typical 264-mile trip from Monett, MO, budget about $41 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 tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 1 mapped routes leaving Monett, MO and 4 routes heading into Monett, MO, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 264 to 264 miles.
The longest mapped route from Monett, MO covers 264 miles and takes approximately 5h 15m. Shorter options start at just 264 miles.
The average route from Monett, MO runs about 264 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 15m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.94/gallon for regular), the average 264-mile trip from Monett, MO costs roughly $41 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Monett, MO include Castle Point, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Monett, MO by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
9,734
Median Income
$45,821
Median Home Value
$149,000
Median Age
34.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Monett, MO at a Glance
Founded
1870
Elevation
1,355 ft
Area
8 mi²
City data from Wikidata (Q968021), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Monett, MO
Monett is in the Ozarks and the Southwest Region of Missouri.
Monett Historical Museum Located in the center of the historical downtown, in the newly renovated 115 year old Monett State Bank building. 422 E. Broadway
Monett South Park Next to the Golf Course on HWY 37 and HWY 60, this 75 acre park features every amenity you could want. You can hike, swim at the new Aquatic Center, cook out on a grill and children are allowed to fish in the small lake. It has nature trails, exercise trails, 4 lighted tennis courts and 1 lit basketball court. Also the location of the area YMCA. Monett North Park As its name suggests it's on the north side of town off of HWY 37, and features 7 Baseball/Softball fields as well as Tennis Courts, Batting Cages, a Skate Park, and a playground. Burl Fowler Stadium Home of the Cubs, this stadium serves the Monett school districts football/soccer/track teams Monett Motor Speedway Located on the East side of town, The Monett Motor Speedway, also known as “The Grand Ol’ Lady”, is said to be the oldest running dirt track in the state of Missouri. The 3/8 mile track with 11 degree banking opened in 1970 and has been running every season since 18 Hole Golf Course On the South side of town across from the City Park. It has Bermuda grass fairways and nice rolling hills. If you are a golfer, then this is a must do. Community Events Center Constructed in 2018 the new events center in downtown will host concerts, farmers markets, The annual Repurposed Faire, and several other community held events.
Acambaro Mexican Restaurant, 505 Plaza Drive, Phone: +1 417 354-8408 Lai Lai Asian Buffet, 601 Bridle Lane, Phone: +1 417 235-3568 Angus Branch Steakhouse, 114 Chapel Dr, Phone: +1 417 235-3350
Days Inn, 868 Hwy 60, ☏ +1 417 235-8039. Super 8 Motel 201 S. Hess, +1 417 236-9200
Located at the crossroads of US 60 and Missouri 37. You can access Monett from Springfield on US 60. There is also a connection to Monett from Mt. Vernon and Interstate 44 south on State Highway "H". From Joplin you would take Interstate 44 East and then Missouri 37 to Monett. From Arkansas you will arrive from the south on Missouri 37.
The best way to get around is by car. Monett is a small town and you can park and walk all of the downtown area. Monett is a fairly small community and you will often see people walking/biking to and from work, classes, or even grocery shopping.
Travel tips adapted from Monett on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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