Cole Camp to Hastain is 38.4 miles and takes about 53 minutes via US 65 and MO 7, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Missouri, connecting two points in the Midwest region. The drive is primarily highway-focused, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. Given its brevity, it's ideal for a quick transfer or as part of a larger itinerary. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained state and federal highways, so expect a smooth ride for the duration.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
22.1 mi
26m
MO 7
5.5 mi
8m
MO M
3.7 mi
6m
State Highway 52
3.2 mi
4m
MO V
2.7 mi
4m
East Main Street
1 mi
2m
South Maple Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 22.1 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cole Camp, MO and Hastain, MO.
1
Start on South Maple Street
76 ft·8 sec·South Maple Street
2
Turn left onto MO 52
1.0 mi·2 min·East Main Street
3
Continue on MO 52
3.2 mi·4 min·State Highway 52
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 65 South: Warsaw, Springfield
5
Merge onto US 65
22 mi·26 min·US 65
6
Turn left onto MO 7
5.5 mi·8 min·MO 7
7
Turn left onto MO M
3.7 mi·6 min·MO M
8
Turn right onto MO V
2.7 mi·4 min·MO V
9
Turn right
271 ft·11 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Cole Camp, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip|~0m in|MO 52 / East Main Street
Turn left onto MO 52 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.2 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the ramp toward US 65 South: Warsaw, Springfield
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 65 South: Warsaw, Springfield
3
4.5 mi into trip|~7m in|US 65
Merge onto US 65
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
26.5 mi into trip|~34m in|MO 7
Turn left onto MO 7
Navigation decision point
3
32 mi into trip|~42m in|MO M
Turn left onto MO M
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.38 one way
$12.77 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg13 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$6.95
$13.91
premium
$5.18
$7.84
$15.67
diesel
$5.35
$8.09
$16.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
11.5
0
$4.03
$1.84
Efficient EV
9.6
0
$3.36
$1.54
EV Truck/SUV
15.4
0
$5.38
$2.46
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 May 29, 2026
Origin
Cole Camp, MO
Evening
in Cole Camp on Wednesday
Local time
8:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
E 5 mph82% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 28 at 7:07PM CDT until May 29 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Destination
Hastain, MO
Evening
in Hastain on Wednesday
Local time
8:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
E 2 mph83% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 28 at 7:07PM CDT until May 29 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
70°F
Warsaw, MO
19 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
53m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is decidedly highway-focused, with 80% of the drive utilizing major roads like US 65 and MO 7. You'll encounter a brief segment on MO M, which might offer a slightly different feel before rejoining the main highways. The longest continuous stretch without a significant turn or change in road type is 22.1 miles on US 65. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip, characterized by efficient travel on established routes. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a practical path designed for straightforward transit.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.1 mi on US 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and MO 7. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 52 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cole Camp, MO to Hastain, MO is easy. At 53m with 80% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 52 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.5 miles (US 65): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,053 ft718 ft
Total Climb
415 ft
Total Descent
590 ft
Highest Point
1,053 ft
Elevation Range
336 ft
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 Cole Camp, MO to Hastain, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
The longest stretch is about 22.1 miles on US 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 52 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.5 miles (US 65): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hastain, MO before heading back.
