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Trip from Eminence, MO to Gang, MO

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 36m

Distance

39.1 mi

63 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 29m ★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Eminence, MO, MO

Eminence, MO

Valeria Boltneva

Downtown Gang, MO, MO

Gang, MO

Lena Khrupina

Trip Overview

Eminence to Gang is 39.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 36 minutes via North Illinois Avenue, MO B, and County Road 242, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, same-day trip through the Midwest region of Missouri, ideal for a leisurely drive. The route is characterized by its frequent turns and local road feel, making it more of an exploratory journey than a direct transit. Given its brief distance, you'll have ample time to enjoy the drive without feeling rushed, and the low fuel cost makes it an economical option.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

19.5 miles from Eminence, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North Illinois Avenue 21.1 mi 37m
MO B 7.3 mi 17m
County Road 242 4.7 mi 18m
County Road 776 2.5 mi 9m
County Road 106-B 0.6 mi 2m
Longest stretch: North Illinois Avenue — 21.1 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Eminence, MO and Gang, MO.

1

Start on MO 106

21 mi · 37 min · North Illinois Avenue
2

Turn slight left

260 ft · 11 sec
3

Turn straight onto MO B

7.3 mi · 17 min · MO B
4

Turn left onto County Road 776

2.5 mi · 9 min · County Road 776
5

Continue on County Road 242

4.7 mi · 18 min · County Road 242
6

Turn left

0.6 mi · 2 min
7

Turn left

0.5 mi · 1 min
8

Turn sharp right

1.7 mi · 6 min
9

Continue on County Road 106-B

0.6 mi · 2 min · County Road 106-B
10

Turn right onto County Road 242

179 ft · 7 sec · County Road 242
11

Arrive at destination

County Road 242

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 36 minute duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility; you can depart anytime and still comfortably reach Gang within the same day. With only 39.1 miles and a minimal fuel cost of around $6, you won't need to worry much about extensive refueling stops. However, since the longest uninterrupted stretch is 21.1 miles, it's wise to fuel up before you leave Eminence. Pay close attention to road signage as you navigate the numerous turns on MO B and County Road 242, as these local roads can be less clearly marked than main highways.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 19.5 miles from Eminence, MO, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.1 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 39 miles or 1h 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 19.5 miles or 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gang, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Eminence, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Eminence, MO

This is one driving day of about 39.1 miles and 1h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Eminence, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Illinois Avenue for about 21.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Winona, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Winona, MO

20 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Winona, MO to Gang, MO

50.2 mi · 1h 52m

Pacing Suggestions

Winona, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Winona, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Eminence, 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 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 28.4 and 39 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3
28.4 mi into trip | ~54m in | County Road 776

Turn left onto County Road 776

Navigation decision point

3
35.6 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

3
36.2 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

5
36.7 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Turn sharp right

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

4
39 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in | County Road 242

Turn right onto County Road 242

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.50 one way

$13.00 round trip

$4.22/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $7.08 $14.16
premium $5.18 $7.98 $15.96
diesel $5.35 $8.24 $16.47

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$32–$57

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.7 0 $4.11 $1.88
Efficient EV 9.8 0 $3.42 $1.56
EV Truck/SUV 15.6 0 $5.47 $2.50

Gas CO2

14 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (64% 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 Jun 2, 2026

Origin

Eminence, MO

Evening in Eminence on Wednesday

Local time

5:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

55°F

Mostly Clear

NE 0 to 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued June 2 at 2:30PM CDT until June 3 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued June 2 at 2:17PM CDT until June 4 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Destination

Gang, MO

Evening in Gang on Wednesday

Local time

5:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

55°F

Mostly Clear

E 1 to 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued June 2 at 2:30PM CDT until June 3 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued June 2 at 2:17PM CDT until June 4 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

68°F

Winona, MO

20 mi in

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 36m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is a turn-heavy local drive with no highway miles, meaning you'll be navigating smaller roads for the entire 39.1 miles. The longest stretch without a turn is 21.1 miles on North Illinois Avenue, offering a brief period of more consistent driving before transitioning to MO B and then County Road 242. Expect a dynamic driving experience with frequent adjustments needed as you follow the winding paths through the local landscape. This kind of road requires your full attention, so be prepared for a hands-on driving adventure.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.1 mi on North Illinois Avenue.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 28.4 miles in near County Road 776.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Eminence, MO to Gang, MO is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 28.4 miles (County Road 776): Navigation decision point; at 35.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 36.2 miles: Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,100 ft 637 ft

Total Climb

1,190 ft

Total Descent

1,221 ft

Highest Point

1,100 ft

~30.7 mi in

Elevation Range

463 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Eminence, MO

Full guide →

Eminence is in the Ozarks and the southeast region of Missouri.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 39.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 21.1 miles on North Illinois Avenue. 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: at 28.4 miles (County Road 776): Navigation decision point; at 35.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 36.2 miles: Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gang, MO before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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