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Trip from Kansas City, MO to Bel-Ridge, MO

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 35m

Distance

238.9 mi

384 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 22m ★
6 AM
4h 35m
8 AM
5h 2m
10 AM
4h 45m
12 PM
4h 42m
3 PM
4h 46m
5 PM
5h 1m
8 PM
4h 27m

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

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city in Missouri, United States, that is one of two county seats of Jackson County and the largest city in Missouri

Kansas City, MO

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Downtown Bel-Ridge, MO, MO

Bel-Ridge, MO

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Trip Overview

This 238.9-mile journey from Kansas City, MO, to Bel-Ridge, MO, is estimated to take around 4 hours and 35 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing East 12th Street, Charlotte Street, and I-70 East, this route offers a relatively straightforward drive within the Midwest region. With a projected fuel cost of approximately $36, it's an accessible trip. Given its duration and the nature of the route, it's well-suited as a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll experience a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this excursion.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

119.4 miles from Kansas City, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 164.8 mi 3h 10m
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway 54.4 mi 58m
George Brett Super Highway 6.9 mi 9m
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway 5.6 mi 6m
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway 1.9 mi 2m
Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway 1.8 mi 2m
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway 1.6 mi 1m
North Hanley Road 1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 164.8 mi, about 3h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kansas City, MO and Bel-Ridge, MO.

1

Start on Oak Street

20 ft · 4 sec · Oak Street
2

Turn right onto East 12th Street

0.2 mi · 42 sec · East 12th Street
3

Turn right onto Charlotte Street

476 ft · 11 sec · Charlotte Street
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East
5

Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40

6.9 mi · 9 min · George Brett Super Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Continue on I 70

2.9 mi · 3 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
7

Continue on I 70

1.8 mi · 2 min · Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 70

2.6 mi · 3 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
9

Continue on I 70

53 mi · 56 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10

Continue on I 70; US 40

32 mi · 34 min · U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

22 mi · 24 min · U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
12

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.8 mi · 2 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
13

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.6 mi · 1 min · Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
14

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.9 mi · 2 min · Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
15

Continue on I 70; US 40

110 mi · 2 hr 12 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 239 Toward North Hanley Road Use the slight right lane.
17

Turn right onto North Hanley Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Hanley Road
Use the right lane.
18

Turn right onto Welsberg Drive

495 ft · 21 sec · Welsberg Drive
19

Arrive at destination

Welsberg Drive

Trip Plan

For this 238.9-mile trip, consider departing early to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially since it's a turn-heavy local drive. While the total duration is under 5 hours, breaking it up with one planned stop can make the 4-hour and 35-minute drive more comfortable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $36, and plan your refueling accordingly. A practical tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the specific street names mentioned, such as East 12th Street and Charlotte Street, as they are key to navigating the initial portion of your drive.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 119.4 miles from Kansas City, MO, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 164.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 53 miles or 1h in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 119.4 miles or 2h 11m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bel-Ridge, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kansas City, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Kansas City, MO

This is one driving day of about 238.9 miles and 4h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Kansas City, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 164.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbia, MO

119 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Warrensburg, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbia, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 119.4 miles from Kansas City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 164.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Pokesan - Poke Bowls, Dumplings & More

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kansas City, Missouri

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18167016120

Visit website

Vietnam Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kansas City, Missouri

0.7 mi

Dott Boss

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kansas City, Missouri

0.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Core Coffee & Eatery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kansas City, Missouri

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18162875027

Visit website

Pokesan - Poke Bowls, Dumplings & More

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18167016120

Visit website

Vietnam Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18164724888

Visit website

Dott Boss

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+18162838000

Visit website

Asian Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18168943988

Visit website

Thailand Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.1

Blue Springs, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+18162293292

Visit website

Chuck-A-Burger Drive-In Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 238.9

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13144279524

Visit website

Black Garlic Restaurant & Rum Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 5–9 pm

+18162146939

Visit website

Hive Cafe LLC

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 238.9

Ferguson, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13149428717

Visit website

Core Coffee & Eatery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18162875027

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 102.4

Boonville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 187.7

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16364562001

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 204.7

Wentzville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 119.4

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Pilot EV Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 102.4

Boonville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16608829120

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 119.4

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 187.7

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 221.8

St Peters, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Money Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+18168812683

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 237.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 12th Street

Turn right onto East 12th Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in

Take the ramp toward I 70 East, US 40 East

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 East, US 40 East
5
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | I 70; US 24; US 40 / George Brett Super Highway

Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40 / George Brett Super Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
237.6 mi into trip | ~4h 32m in

Take the exit toward North Hanley Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 239 Toward North Hanley Road
6
237.8 mi into trip | ~4h 33m in | North Hanley Road

Turn right onto North Hanley Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.35 one way

$74.70 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 84 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $41.01 $82.02
premium $4.89 $45.97 $91.95
diesel $5.61 $52.75 $105.49

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 83.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 71.7 0 $25.08 $11.47
Efficient EV 59.7 0 $20.90 $9.56
EV Truck/SUV 95.6 1 $33.45 $15.29

Gas CO2

84 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Kansas City, MO

Night in Kansas City on Saturday

Local time

11:23 PM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Sunny

SSW 3 to 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 2:36PM CDT until April 16 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 2:33PM CDT until April 16 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

Destination

Bel-Ridge, MO

Night in Bel-Ridge on Saturday

Local time

11:23 PM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Columbia, MO

119 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

4h 35m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive characterized by numerous turns rather than long stretches of highway, as indicated by its 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not applicable here, suggesting a more stop-and-go or varied pace throughout the 4-hour and 35-minute journey. This road's personality leans towards navigating local streets and roads, requiring your attention for frequent adjustments. You'll be engaged with the road as you move through different sections of the urban and suburban landscape.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 164.8 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 12th Street.

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 4h 35m drive. You will face about 8 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 (East 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40 / George Brett Super Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Kansas City, MO

Full guide →

Kansas City is a major Midwestern metropolitan area that spreads across the border of Missouri and Kansas. It is a city that tends to hide itself from tourists. Reputed to have more boulevards than Paris and more fountains than any other city in the world except for Rome, it can be a beautiful city, too. It is unique in that it is split down the middle by the state line of Kansas and Missouri.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 238.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 164.8 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40 / George Brett Super Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Bel-Ridge, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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