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Trip from Gideon, MO to Conran, MO

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

30m

Distance

17.8 mi

29 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min
4 AM
0h 28m ★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m

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

Downtown Gideon, MO, MO

Gideon, MO

Richy Dannielz

Downtown Conran, MO, MO

Conran, MO

Valeria Boltneva

Trip Overview

This quick 17.8-mile drive from Gideon to Conran, Missouri, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 30 minutes. You'll be navigating a mix of local roads and US Highway 61, with about 23% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is a minimal $3, making it a budget-friendly option. Given its short distance and turn-heavy nature, it’s best approached with a relaxed mindset, perfect for a leisurely afternoon excursion within the Midwest region. No overnight stays are necessary for this brief transit.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
East 4th Street 13.4 mi 23m
US 61 4.1 mi 6m
MO F 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: East 4th Street — 13.4 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gideon, MO and Conran, MO.

1

Start on this road

26 ft · 4 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto MO 162

13 mi · 23 min · East 4th Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto US 61

4.1 mi · 6 min · US 61
4

Turn sharp left onto MO F

0.3 mi · 45 sec · MO F
5

Arrive at destination

MO F

Heads-up: tricky spots

3 of 3

3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MO 162 / East 4th Street

Turn right onto MO 162 / East 4th Street

Navigation decision point

5
13.4 mi into trip | ~23m in | US 61

At end of road, turn left onto US 61

Navigation decision point

5
17.5 mi into trip | ~29m in | MO F

Turn sharp left onto MO F

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.78 one way

$5.57 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $3.06 $6.11
premium $4.89 $3.43 $6.85
diesel $5.61 $3.93 $7.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 5.3 0 $1.87 $0.85
Efficient EV 4.5 0 $1.56 $0.71
EV Truck/SUV 7.1 0 $2.49 $1.14

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (67% 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 Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Gideon, MO

Late night in Gideon on Tuesday

Local time

3:45 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Conran, MO

Late night in Conran on Tuesday

Local time

3:45 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°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

24 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

30m 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?

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" on this route. While 23% of the journey is on highways, the majority of your time will be spent on local roads like East 4th Street and MO F. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter measures 13.4 miles on East 4th Street, so be prepared for more frequent turns and changes in speed compared to a highway cruise. This drive offers a true taste of Missouri's backroads, requiring your attention for navigation as you transition between different road types.

Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.4 mi on East 4th Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

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 early in the drive near MO 162 / East 4th Street.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Gideon, MO to Conran, MO is easy. At 30m with 23% 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 162 / East 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (US 61): Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (MO F): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 17.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (23%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 13.4 miles on East 4th Street. 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 162 / East 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (US 61): Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (MO F): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Conran, 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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