Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
32.9 mi
53 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hermann, MO
cottonbro studio
Canaan, MO
Lena Khrupina
Hermann to Canaan is 32.9 miles and takes about 48 minutes via Market Street and MO 28, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, direct trip connects two points within Missouri's Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive, ideal for a quick transition between locations without consuming a significant portion of your day. Consider this route if you're looking for efficiency and a no-fuss way to get from Hermann to Canaan.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Market Street | 18.7 mi | 27m |
| MO 19 | 10.3 mi | 15m |
| MO 28 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| US 50 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hermann, MO and Canaan, MO.
Start on East 4th Street
Turn left onto MO 19; MO 100
Merge onto US 50
Turn right onto MO 19
Continue on MO 28
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Hermann, 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 0 and 19.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto MO 19; MO 100 / Market Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 50
Merge point - match speed before joining
Turn right onto MO 19
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$5.47 one way
$10.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.96 | $11.92 |
| premium | $5.18 | $6.71 | $13.43 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Hermann on Wednesday
Local time
4:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 28 at 7:07PM CDT until May 29 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Destination
Afternoon in Canaan on Wednesday
Local time
4:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Rain Showers Likely
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 28 at 7:07PM CDT until May 29 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
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 offers a mix of highway and surface roads, with 43% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 18.7 miles on Market Street, which will likely feel like open-road cruising. The transition to MO 28 marks a shift away from the highway segments, so be prepared for a change in driving conditions.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 19; MO 100 / Market Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hermann, MO to Canaan, MO is easy. At 48m with 43% 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 19; MO 100 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 19.4 miles (MO 19): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
694 ft
Total Descent
175 ft
Highest Point
1,048 ft
~32.9 mi in
Elevation Range
519 ft
Founded 1837
Hermann is a small German town in Gasconade County, Central Missouri. It is on the Missouri River, just off of the Katy Trail. It is famous for its many wineries.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 32.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Straightforward navigation.
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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