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Trip from Koshkonong, MO to Griswold, MO

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

Drive Time

1h 5m

Distance

36.7 mi

59 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 0m ★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m

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

Downtown Koshkonong, MO, MO

Koshkonong, MO

Quang Nguyen Vinh

Downtown Griswold, MO, MO

Griswold, MO

Mikhail Nilov

Trip Overview

Koshkonong to Griswold is 36.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes via East Walnut Street and US 63, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Missouri, taking you through the Midwest region. Expect a local driving experience with frequent turns rather than a long, straight highway haul. Given its short distance and duration, this is a straightforward day trip perfect for a relaxed journey where you don't need to rush.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
East Walnut Street 23.6 mi 41m
US 63 8.6 mi 10m
MO UU 3.2 mi 7m
County Road 286 1.2 mi 4m
Diggins Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: East Walnut Street — 23.6 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Koshkonong, MO and Griswold, MO.

1

Start on Diggins Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Diggins Street
2

At end of road, turn right onto US 63

8.6 mi · 10 min · US 63
3

Turn left onto MO 142

24 mi · 41 min · East Walnut Street
4

Turn right onto MO UU

3.2 mi · 7 min · MO UU
5

Continue on County Road 286

1.2 mi · 4 min · County Road 286
6

Arrive at destination

County Road 286

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Thayer, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Thayer, MO

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Dalton, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Thayer, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Koshkonong, 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

3 of 3

3 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 32.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 63

At end of road, turn right onto US 63

Navigation decision point

4
8.7 mi into trip | ~11m in | MO 142 / East Walnut Street

Turn left onto MO 142 / East Walnut Street

Navigation decision point

3
32.2 mi into trip | ~52m in | MO UU

Turn right onto MO UU

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.74 one way

$11.48 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $6.30 $12.60
premium $4.89 $7.06 $14.13
diesel $5.61 $8.10 $16.21

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11 0 $3.85 $1.76
Efficient EV 9.2 0 $3.21 $1.47
EV Truck/SUV 14.7 0 $5.14 $2.35

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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Koshkonong, MO

Evening in Koshkonong on Sunday

Local time

5:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Griswold, MO

Evening in Griswold on Sunday

Local time

5:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

83°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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 5m 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 route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 23% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a variety of road types, including East Walnut Street, US 63, and MO UU. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 23.6 miles, so be prepared for more frequent adjustments to your steering and speed. The road's personality shifts as you navigate through different local segments, requiring your attention throughout the entire 1 hour and 5 minute drive.

Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.6 mi on East Walnut 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 around 0.1 miles in near US 63.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Koshkonong, MO to Griswold, MO is easy. At 1h 5m with 23% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 63): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (MO 142 / East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (MO UU): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 36.7 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 (23%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 23.6 miles on East Walnut 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: at 0.1 miles (US 63): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (MO 142 / East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (MO UU): Navigation decision point.

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