Advance, MO to New York, MO is 383.6 miles and takes about 7h 34m via Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and I 55, with a fuel budget near $60 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within the Midwest, traversing familiar terrain as you head from one Missouri town to another. With a highway-focused profile and a recommended one-day trip, this route is designed for efficient travel rather than extensive sightseeing. You'll encounter two main roads, the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and I 55, which will guide most of your journey. It's a straightforward option if you need to cover ground effectively between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
191.8 miles from Advance, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
132.8 mi
2h 33m
I 55
102.9 mi
1h 50m
Avenue of the Saints
98.8 mi
1h 57m
MO 25
15.8 mi
23m
I 270
11.5 mi
14m
V.F.W. Memorial Highway
5.8 mi
6m
MO AB
5.8 mi
8m
MO B
3.5 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
— 132.8 mi, about 2h 33m
Traffic on I-55
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~719 veh/hr typical
· worst 962
Quietest
2 AM
~67 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 47 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Advance, MO and New York, MO.
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Start on MO 91
212 ft·10 sec·Oak Street
2
Turn left onto MO 91
0.3 mi·34 sec·MO 91
3
At end of road, turn left onto MO 25
16 mi·23 min·MO 25
4
Enter roundabout onto MO AB
196 ft·3 sec·MO AB
Toward Interstate 55
5
Continue on MO AB
5.7 mi·8 min·MO AB
Toward Interstate 55
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 55 North, US 61 North: Cape Girardeau
7
Merge onto I 55; US 61
1.4 mi·1 min·I 55; US 61
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
102 mi·1 hr 49 min·I 55
9
Continue on I 55
1.3 mi·1 min·Rosa Parks Highway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 196Toward I 270 West, I 255 East: Kansas City, ChicagoUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
388 ft·8 sec
Toward I 270 West: Kansas CityUse the slight left lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.7 mi·1 min·this road
Exit 196Toward I 270 West
13
Merge onto I 270
11 mi·14 min·I 270
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 12Toward I 64, US 40, US 61: Wentzville, Saint LouisUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North: WentzvilleUse the slight left lane.
16
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·9 sec·this road
Exit 12Toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North: Wentzville
17
Merge onto I 64; US 40; US 61
99 mi·1 hr 57 min·Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
249 ft·14 sec
19
Turn left onto Paris Gravel Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Paris Gravel Road
20
Keep slight right at fork onto County Road 422
279 ft·8 sec·County Road 422
21
Turn right onto Veterans Road
2.2 mi·3 min·Veterans Road
22
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·16 sec
Toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Monroe City
23
Merge onto US 36; MO 110
5.8 mi·6 min·V.F.W. Memorial Highway
24
Continue on US 24; US 36; MO 110
133 mi·2 hr 33 min·Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
25
Turn left onto MO B
3.5 mi·8 min·MO B
26
Arrive at destination
MO B
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 34m estimated drive time, starting your journey in the morning is advisable to ensure you arrive before dark. With only 2 planned stops suggested, you can be strategic about where you take breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 132.8-mile stretch on the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, as services might be spaced out. The $60 fuel cost is an estimate, so factor in current prices. This drive is well within the capabilities of a single day, offering flexibility to depart when it suits you best.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 191.8 miles from Advance, MO, or about 3h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 84 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 191.8 miles or 3h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Advance, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Advance, MO
This is one driving day of about 383.6 miles and 7h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Advance, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway for about 132.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 22 and 139.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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22 mi into trip|~32m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North, US 61 North: Cape Girardeau
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, US 61 North: Cape Girardeau
8
126.4 mi into trip|~2h 25m in
Take the exit toward I 270 West, I 255 East: Kansas City, Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 196
Toward I 270 West, I 255 East: Kansas City, Chi...
8
126.7 mi into trip|~2h 25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 West: Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 West: Kansas City
8
139 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 64, US 40, US 61: Wentzville, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 12
Toward I 64, US 40, US 61: Wentzville, Saint Lo...
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139.1 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North: Wentzville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North: Went...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.65 one way
$113.30 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg134 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$62.54
$125.08
premium
$4.72
$71.22
$142.45
diesel
$4.80
$72.43
$144.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 134.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
115.1
1
$40.28
$18.41
Efficient EV
95.9
1
$33.57
$15.34
EV Truck/SUV
153.4
1
$53.70
$24.55
Gas CO2
134 kg
EV CO2
45 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Advance, MO
Evening
in Advance on Saturday
Local time
8:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Partly Cloudy
WSW 1 mph14% chanceLive forecast
Destination
New York, MO
Evening
in New York on Saturday
Local time
8:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Cloudy
SSW 2 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 34m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Established by 1750, Ste. Geneviève was the first permanent European settlement in Missouri. Early French Canadian settlers were drawn here by the rich agricultural land known as Le Grand Champ (the B...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 79.4
Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
$19
near mile 132.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the route utilizing major expressways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, including a longest stretch of 132.8 miles without needing to divert. The Avenue of the Saints also plays a role in connecting these segments. Expect a consistent pace for much of the trip, allowing for steady progress. While primarily highway, the transition between these main roads is managed efficiently.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 132.8 mi on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and I 55. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 383.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 22 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
840 ft360 ft
Total Climb
916 ft
Total Descent
476 ft
Highest Point
840 ft
~191.8 mi in
Elevation Range
480 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Advance, MO and New York, MO, road signs point toward Chicago and Saint Louis.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 34m. Total distance: 383.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 34m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 132.8 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at New York, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 22 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park and Gateway Arch National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.6 hours each way, a round trip means 15.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at New York, MO before the return drive.
