Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
36.6 mi
59 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Griswold, MO
Mikhail Nilov
Koshkonong, MO
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Griswold to Koshkonong is 36.6 miles and takes about 1h 5m via MO 142, US 63, and East Walnut Street, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Missouri, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Expect a drive that's mostly on highways, making it a straightforward and efficient connection between these two points. It's a good option if you need to get from Griswold to Koshkonong quickly without a lot of fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 142 | 17.7 mi | 31m |
| US 63 | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| East Walnut Street | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| MO UU | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| County Road 286 | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| Diggins Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Griswold, MO and Koshkonong, MO.
Start on County Road 286
Continue on MO UU
Turn left onto MO 142
Turn straight onto MO 142
Keep slight right at fork onto MO 142
Turn right onto US 63
Turn left onto Diggins Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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.
A short stop after about 36.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Griswold, 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.
3 decision points cluster between mile 4.4 and 36.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto MO 142 / East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto MO 142
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto Diggins Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$5.68 one way
$11.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.31 | $6.20 | $12.41 |
| premium | $4.67 | $6.73 | $13.45 |
| diesel | $6.01 | $8.66 | $17.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Griswold on Monday
Local time
10:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Morning in Koshkonong on Monday
Local time
10:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is mostly highway, with 72% of the route on roads like MO 142 and US 63. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 17.7 miles on MO 142 before transitioning to other main roads. The shift from highway cruising to surface streets will happen as you approach your destination, likely involving East Walnut Street for the final leg.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 142 and US 63. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near MO 142 / East Walnut Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Griswold, MO to Koshkonong, MO is easy. At 1h 5m with 72% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.4 miles (MO 142 / East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.7 miles (MO 142): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 36.5 miles (Diggins Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
874 ft
Total Descent
382 ft
Highest Point
976 ft
~36.6 mi in
Elevation Range
497 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 36.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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