If you are planning a journey from New York, Missouri, to Ash Grove, expect a trek covering 188.7 miles across the Midwest. You should budget approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes of total travel time, making this a manageable single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, it is an affordable excursion that stays entirely within the state. Because you will be navigating a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight shot, you likely will not need to book an overnight stay. This route is best suited for travelers who prefer local roads over monotonous interstate driving.
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
94.4 miles from New York, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
MO 13
100.4 mi
2h 12m
MO 7
47.2 mi
56m
MO 123
26.9 mi
47m
MO V
6.8 mi
12m
MO U
5.5 mi
13m
West Main Street
1.4 mi
2m
Front Street
0.4 mi
<1m
MO B
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
MO 13
— 100.4 mi, about 2h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Ash Grove, MO.
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Start on MO B
155 ft·6 sec·MO B
2
Turn right onto MO U
5.5 mi·13 min·MO U
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At end of road, turn left onto MO 13
66 mi·1 hr 30 min·MO 13
4
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
206 ft·3 sec·MO 13
5
Continue on MO 13
5.1 mi·6 min·MO 13
6
Keep slight right at fork onto MO 13
1.9 mi·2 min·MO 13
7
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
124 ft·1 sec·MO 13
Toward MO 13 South: Clinton
8
Continue on MO 13
3.9 mi·4 min·MO 13
Toward MO 13 South: Clinton
9
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
133 ft·1 sec·MO 13
Toward MO 13 South: Clinton
10
Continue on MO 13
8.0 mi·9 min·MO 13
Toward MO 13 South: Clinton
11
Turn straight onto MO 13
15 mi·19 min·MO 13
12
Turn left onto MO 7; MO 13
47 mi·56 min·MO 7; MO 13
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto MO 123
9.8 mi·17 min·MO 123
14
Turn slight left onto MO 123
0.4 mi·43 sec·Front Street
15
Turn right onto MO 123
10 mi·17 min·MO 123
16
Keep slight left at fork onto MO 123; MO 215
1.0 mi·1 min·MO 123; MO 215
17
Keep slight right at fork onto MO 123; MO 215
6.1 mi·10 min·MO 123; MO 215
18
Turn right onto MO V
1.4 mi·2 min·West Main Street
19
Keep slight left at fork onto MO V
1.5 mi·2 min·MO V
20
Keep slight right at fork onto MO V
5.3 mi·9 min·MO V
21
Turn right onto West Main Street
100 ft·4 sec·West Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Trip Plan
Since your journey takes roughly 4 hours and 25 minutes, it is smart to plan for at least one stop to break up the drive. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, try to depart early in the day to navigate the more complex local sections while you are fresh and visibility is at its peak. Keep your $29 fuel budget handy, but remember that local routes can sometimes have fewer service stations than major highways, so top off your tank before departing. Because this is a shorter trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic or local conditions. Always stay alert on MO 13 South and Front Street, as the lack of highway miles means you will encounter more frequent intersections and changes in road pace.
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 94.4 miles from New York, MO, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.4 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 42 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.4 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ash Grove, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New York, 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 New York, MO
This is one driving day of about 188.7 miles and 4h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from New York, 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 MO 13 for about 100.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 82.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.5 mi into trip|~13m in|MO 13
At end of road, turn left onto MO 13
Navigation decision point
5
71.9 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|MO 13
Enter roundabout onto MO 13
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
77 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|MO 13
Keep slight right at fork onto MO 13
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
78.9 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|MO 13
Enter roundabout onto MO 13 toward MO 13 South: Clinton
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward MO 13 South: Clinton
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82.8 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|MO 13
Enter roundabout onto MO 13 toward MO 13 South: Clinton
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward MO 13 South: Clinton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.02 one way
$56.03 round trip
$3.77/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.25
$31.60
$63.19
premium
$4.65
$34.58
$69.15
diesel
$5.30
$39.40
$78.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.6
0
$19.81
$9.06
Efficient EV
47.2
0
$16.51
$7.55
EV Truck/SUV
75.5
0
$26.42
$12.08
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
New York, MO
Night
in New York on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ash Grove, MO
Night
in Ash Grove on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
4h 25m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a hands-on experience behind the wheel, as this 188.7-mile trip is characterized by its turn-heavy local nature. You will spend your time navigating off the interstate system, as the route maintains a 0% highway share. Your path relies on local roads, including MO 13 South and Front Street, which demand your full attention compared to a standard highway cruise. Because the route lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, you will find the drive requires constant engagement with the road. Expect a more winding, technical journey that differs significantly from a high-speed motorway experience.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.4 mi on MO 13.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 13 and MO 7. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near MO 13.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 188.7 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles (MO 13): Navigation decision point; at 71.9 miles (MO 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 77 miles (MO 13): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 25m. Total distance: 188.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 100.4 miles on MO 13. 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: at 5.5 miles (MO 13): Navigation decision point; at 71.9 miles (MO 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 77 miles (MO 13): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Ash Grove, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
