Spanning 273.8 miles across Missouri, this drive from New York to Cabool is a straightforward journey that typically takes 5 hours and 46 minutes to complete. Because the trip is manageable in a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay, keeping your travel plans simple and efficient. Budgeting approximately $42 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. The route stays entirely within the Midwest, offering a consistent regional feel as you transition between these two Missouri locations. It is a practical, highway-focused drive that favors efficiency over sightseeing detours. Whether you are heading out for work or a quick visit, this route provides a predictable path through the heart of the state.
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
136.9 miles from New York, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
MO 13
100.4 mi
2h 12m
MO 7
86.6 mi
1h 42m
US 60
66.8 mi
1h 18m
Schoolcraft Freeway
8.3 mi
10m
MO U
5.5 mi
13m
Payne Stewart Highway
4.3 mi
5m
Peabody Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
South Elm Street
0.2 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 Cabool, MO.
1
Start on MO B
155 ft·6 sec·MO B
2
Turn right onto MO U
5.5 mi·13 min·MO U
3
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
87 mi·1 hr 42 min·MO 7; MO 13
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 44 East: Rolla, Saint Louis
14
Merge onto I 44
4.3 mi·5 min·Payne Stewart Highway
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 82AToward US 65 South: Branson
16
Merge onto US 65
8.3 mi·10 min·Schoolcraft Freeway
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·52 sec
Toward US 60 East: Cabool
18
Merge onto US 60
67 mi·1 hr 18 min·US 60
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward MO 181: Cabool
20
Turn left onto MO 181
0.4 mi·44 sec·Peabody Avenue
21
Continue on MO 181
0.2 mi·24 sec·South Elm Street
22
Turn right onto US 60 Business
0.1 mi·18 sec·Ozark Street
23
Turn left
120 ft·8 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a nearly six-hour trek, plan to leave early in the morning to avoid fatigue and ensure you reach Cabool before nightfall. You should only need one substantial stop to refuel and stretch your legs, making it easy to manage your energy levels throughout the day. Given the high percentage of highway travel, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that initial 100.4-mile stretch on MO 13 where services might be more spread out. Flexibility is your biggest advantage on a one-day trip like this, so feel free to adjust your departure time based on local traffic reports. Prioritize a well-timed break midway through the journey to keep your focus sharp on the open road.
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 136.9 miles from New York, MO, or about 3h 2m 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 60 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.9 miles or 3h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cabool, 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 273.8 miles and 5h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 192.6 — 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
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
6
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
5
192.6 mi into trip|~4h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 44 East: Rolla, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 44 East: Rolla, Saint Louis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.81 one way
$85.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$47.00
$94.00
premium
$4.89
$52.69
$105.38
diesel
$5.61
$60.45
$120.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82.1
1
$28.75
$13.14
Efficient EV
68.5
0
$23.96
$10.95
EV Truck/SUV
109.5
1
$38.33
$17.52
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cabool, MO
Night
in Cabool on Saturday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Warsaw, MO
137 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
33 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
5h 46m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 207.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very consistent experience on the road, as 96% of this trip is comprised of highway driving. You will spend much of your time on MO 13, MO 7, and US 60, which provide a steady, reliable pace for the majority of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 100.4 miles on MO 13, so be prepared for a long period of focused driving before needing a change of scenery. Because the route is so heavily highway-dependent, you can anticipate a smooth, predictable flow rather than technical turns or winding backroads. It is a classic Midwestern drive that keeps you moving toward your destination with minimal interruptions.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 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 17 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 273.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 78.9 miles (MO 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,640 ft702 ft
Total Climb
1,392 ft
Total Descent
908 ft
Highest Point
1,640 ft
~234.7 mi in
Elevation Range
937 ft
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 New York, MO to Cabool, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
Saint Louis
192.6 mi in|~4h 8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 46m. Total distance: 273.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 78.9 miles (MO 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Wilson's Creek National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Cabool, MO before the return drive.
