Origin
Forsyth, MO
Late night in Forsyth on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forsyth, MO to Hollister, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
13 mi
21 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forsyth, MO
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Hollister, MO
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion in the Midwest, the 13-mile trip from Forsyth to Hollister is an ideal day trip. You can easily complete the entire journey in about 25 minutes, making it a stress-free option for travelers on a tight schedule. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is a highly economical route that requires no overnight stops. You will primarily navigate via East State Highway 76, MO BB, and Coon Creek Road to reach your destination. This drive is practical for those who want a straightforward transit between these two Missouri locations without the complexity of a long-haul journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East State Highway 76 | 8.2 mi | 13m |
| MO BB | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Coon Creek Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| US 160 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Business 65 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Saint James Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old Mill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Esplanade Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East State Highway 76
— 8.2 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forsyth, MO and Hollister, MO.
1
Start on Rockhill Drive
145 ft
·
13 sec
·
Rockhill Drive
2
Turn sharp left onto MO Y
271 ft
·
9 sec
·
MO Y
3
Turn right onto US 160
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 160
4
Enter roundabout onto MO 76
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
East State Highway 76
5
Continue on MO 76
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
East State Highway 76
6
Turn left onto Coon Creek Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Coon Creek Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto MO BB
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
MO BB
8
Turn left onto Saint James Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Saint James Street
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 65 Bus
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Business 65
10
Turn right onto Esplanade Drive
385 ft
·
19 sec
·
Esplanade Drive
11
Turn right onto Old Mill Road
392 ft
·
17 sec
·
Old Mill Road
12
Arrive at destination
Old Mill Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MO Y
Turn sharp left onto MO Y
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 160
Turn right onto US 160
Navigation decision point
6
12.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
US 65 Bus / South Business 65
At end of road, turn left onto US 65 Bus / South Business 65
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Esplanade Drive
Turn right onto Esplanade Drive
Navigation decision point
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Old Mill Road
Turn right onto Old Mill Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.03 one way
$4.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.62 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Destination
Hollister, MO
Late night in Hollister on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This 13-mile route is a highway-focused drive, with 71% of your journey spent on main roads. You will find yourself cruising along East State Highway 76 for your longest uninterrupted stretch, which spans 8.2 miles. The character of the drive is defined by these efficient highway segments that allow for steady progress. Transitioning between the primary state highways and local roads like Coon Creek Road provides a consistent driving experience. Expect a functional, direct path that prioritizes speed and efficiency as you navigate through the Missouri landscape.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.2 mi on East State Highway 76.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East State Highway 76 and MO BB. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO Y.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO Y): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (US 160): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (US 65 Bus / South Business 65): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 13 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.2 miles on East State Highway 76. 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 Y): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (US 160): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (US 65 Bus / South Business 65): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hollister, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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