Origin
Hudson, MO
Late night in Hudson on Tuesday
Local time
5:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hudson, MO to Passaic, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
22.9 mi
37 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson, MO
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Passaic, MO
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Trip Overview
Hudson, MO to Passaic, MO is 22.9 miles and takes about 28 minutes via MO 52 and I-49 Business, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Missouri, making it a straightforward, low-commitment trip. Given its minimal distance and duration, it's ideal for a quick errand, a short connection between two points, or a brief scenic detour. You won't encounter major traffic or complex navigation, allowing for a relaxed journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 52 | 18.2 mi | 22m |
| I 49 | 4 mi | 4m |
| I 49 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| MO F | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
MO 52
— 18.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson, MO and Passaic, MO.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
this road
3
Turn right onto MO 52
15 mi
·
18 min
·
MO 52
4
Take the ramp onto MO 52
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
MO 52
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South, MO 52 West: Kansas City
5
Continue on I 49; US 71
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 49; US 71
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 136
Toward I 49 Business, MO F, MO D: Passaic
7
Turn left onto I 49 Business; MO D
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 49 Business; MO D
8
Arrive at destination
MO F
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 22.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MO 52
Turn right onto MO 52
Navigation decision point
5
15.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
MO 52
Take the ramp onto MO 52 toward I 49 South, US 71 South, MO 52 West: Kansas City
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South, MO 52 West: Kan...
6
22.4 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward I 49 Business, MO F, MO D: Passaic
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 136
Toward I 49 Business, MO F, MO D: Passaic
5
22.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 49 Business; MO D
Turn left onto I 49 Business; MO D
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.58 one way
$7.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.41 | $8.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.06 | $10.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Passaic, MO
Late night in Passaic on Tuesday
Local time
5:38 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
21 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
28m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the 22.9 miles spent on major roadways. You'll primarily be on MO 52, then transition to I-49 Business, and briefly on I-49. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll cover is 18.2 miles on MO 52. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal slowdowns or changes in road type, allowing you to maintain a steady pace throughout the relatively brief 28-minute journey.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on MO 52.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 52 and I 49. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near MO 52.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hudson, MO to Passaic, MO is easy. At 28m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (MO 52): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (MO 52): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 22.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.2 miles on MO 52. 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 0.3 miles (MO 52): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (MO 52): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Passaic, 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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