This 228.4-mile journey from Blue Springs, MO to Sherrill, MO is a manageable one-day road trip, estimated to take about 4 hours and 32 minutes of driving time. You'll primarily be on US 63, also known as the U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, for a significant portion of the drive. With a fuel cost estimated around $36, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. This route offers a mixed driving profile, making it a straightforward and efficient way to travel between these two Missouri locations.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.2 miles from Blue Springs, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 63
73.5 mi
1h 29m
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
54.4 mi
58m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
50.6 mi
54m
North Bishop Avenue
28 mi
35m
MO A
7.5 mi
10m
MO E
7.5 mi
10m
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
1.6 mi
1m
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
1.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 63
— 73.5 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Springs, MO and Sherrill, MO.
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Start on Southwest 15th Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 15th Street
2
Turn right onto Northwest R D Mize Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Northwest R D Mize Road
3
Turn left onto MO 7
0.4 mi·1 min·MO 7
4
Turn slight right onto MO 7
84 ft·2 sec·MO 7
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 70 East: Columbia
6
Merge onto I 70
49 mi·52 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
32 mi·34 min·U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
22 mi·24 min·U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
9
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.8 mi·2 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.6 mi·1 min·Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
11
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.5 mi·1 min·Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
Exit 128AToward US 63: Jefferson City, Moberly
13
Turn slight right
192 ft·4 sec
Toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
14
Merge onto US 63 Conn
521 ft·11 sec·US 63 Conn
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward US 63 South: Jefferson CityUse the straight lane.
16
Merge onto US 63
27 mi·29 min·US 63
17
Take the exit onto US 63
1.5 mi·2 min·US 63
Toward US 54 West, US 63 South: Jefferson City
18
Take the exit onto US 63
217 ft·4 sec·US 63
Toward US 63 South, US 50
19
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63
0.1 mi·16 sec·US 63
Toward US 63 South, US 50
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63
0.1 mi·15 sec·US 63
Toward US 63 South, US 50 EastUse the slight left lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63
12 mi·14 min·US 63
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 63
33 mi·43 min·US 63
Toward US 63 South: Rolla
23
Turn right onto MO A
7.5 mi·10 min·MO A
24
Turn straight onto MO E
7.5 mi·10 min·MO E
25
Enter roundabout onto MO E
62 ft·1 sec·Tim Bradley Way
26
Continue on MO E
0.4 mi·48 sec·Tim Bradley Way
Use the left lane.
27
Turn slight right onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
30 ft·0 sec·North Bishop Avenue
28
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
145 ft·2 sec·North Bishop Avenue
29
Continue on I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
28 mi·35 min·North Bishop Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
30
Turn right onto MO CC
0.8 mi·1 min·MO CC
31
Turn right onto Shafer Road
0.2 mi·57 sec·Shafer Road
32
Arrive at destination
Shafer Road
Trip Plan
For this 4.5-hour drive, starting earlier in the day is advisable to allow for flexibility and potential unscheduled stops. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of room to decide on your pace. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the 73.5-mile stretch on US 63, to ensure a smooth journey. Since this is a one-day trip, you have the advantage of not needing to rush, allowing you to enjoy the drive at your own speed without the pressure of overnight accommodations.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114.2 miles from Blue Springs, MO, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.5 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 50 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.2 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sherrill, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blue Springs, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blue Springs, MO
This is one driving day of about 228.4 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Blue Springs, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 63 for about 73.5 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 139.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.4 mi into trip|~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 East: Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 70 East: Columbia
6
109.8 mi into trip|~2h in
Take the exit toward US 63: Jefferson City, Moberly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 128A
Toward US 63: Jefferson City, Moberly
7
109.9 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|US 63 Conn
Merge onto US 63 Conn
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
139.1 mi into trip|~2h 33m in|US 63
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63 toward US 63 South, US 50
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 63 South, US 50
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139.3 mi into trip|~2h 33m in|US 63
Keep slight left at fork onto US 63 toward US 63 South, US 50 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 63 South, US 50 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.71 one way
$71.42 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$39.21
$78.41
premium
$4.89
$43.95
$87.91
diesel
$5.61
$50.43
$100.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.5
0
$23.98
$10.96
Efficient EV
57.1
0
$19.99
$9.14
EV Truck/SUV
91.4
1
$31.98
$14.62
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Blue Springs, MO
Night
in Blue Springs on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sherrill, MO
Night
in Sherrill on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 32m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 32% of the drive utilizing highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 73.5 miles along US 63, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While not exclusively an interstate experience, the presence of major highways means you'll have periods of faster travel interspersed with other road types. This blend of highway and other roads provides a varied feel to the drive as you make your way across Missouri.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.5 mi on US 63.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 21 significant decision points across 228.4 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 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 109.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109.9 miles (US 63 Conn): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Blue Springs, MO to Sherrill, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Moberly along the way.
Moberly
109.8 mi in|~2h
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 32m. Total distance: 228.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.5 miles on US 63. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Sherrill, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 109.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109.9 miles (US 63 Conn): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Sherrill, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
