Origin
Montevallo, MO
Late night in Montevallo on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montevallo, MO to Stotesbury, 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
55m
Distance
38.5 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montevallo, MO
Magda Ehlers
Stotesbury, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
Montevallo to Stotesbury is 38.5 miles and takes about 55 minutes via I 49, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short jaunt stays within the Midwest, specifically traversing Missouri for its entirety. The drive is a mixed bag, offering a brief taste of interstate travel before transitioning to more local roads. With its minimal mileage and duration, this route is ideal for a spontaneous day trip or as a segment of a larger journey, allowing for plenty of flexibility.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| MO E | 12.4 mi | 23m |
| MO D | 11.6 mi | 15m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 14.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montevallo, MO and Stotesbury, MO.
1
Start on MO E
12 mi
·
23 min
·
MO E
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
3
Merge onto I 49; US 71
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 49; US 71
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 110
Toward MO D: Stotesbury
5
Turn left onto MO D
12 mi
·
15 min
·
MO D
6
Arrive at destination
MO D
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Montevallo, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 12.4 and 27 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
12.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the ramp toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
3
12.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 49; US 71
Merge onto I 49; US 71
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
26.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward MO D: Stotesbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 110
Toward MO D: Stotesbury
4
27 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
MO D
Turn left onto MO D
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.02 one way
$12.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.61 | $13.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.41 | $14.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 62% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.04 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (62% 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
Stotesbury, MO
Late night in Stotesbury on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Nevada, MO
19 mi in
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
1 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
55m 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 38.5-mile trip offers a mixed drive experience, with 37% of it on the interstate. You'll encounter a 14.1-mile stretch on I 49, providing a chance for consistent speed. Following that, the route shifts to MO E and MO D, suggesting a change in pace and scenery as you move onto state highways. The transition from faster interstate travel to potentially slower, more winding state roads is a key characteristic of this drive.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.1 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 around 12.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Montevallo, MO to Stotesbury, MO is easy. At 55m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles (I 49; US 71): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Montevallo, MO to Stotesbury, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo D: Stotesbury along the way.
Mo D: Stotesbury
26.7 mi in
|
~38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 38.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.1 miles on I 49. 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 12.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles (I 49; US 71): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Stotesbury, 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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