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Trip from New York, MO to Camdenton, 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 7m

Distance

176.4 mi

284 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 54m ★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
3h 59m

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

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Downtown New York, MO, MO

New York, MO

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city in and county seat of Camden County, Missouri, United States

Camdenton, MO

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from New York, MO to Camdenton, MO, expect a journey covering 176.4 miles that typically takes about 4 hours and 7 minutes. This Midwest drive is well-suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay to complete comfortably. You will primarily navigate via MO 13, US 50, and North Hickory Street during your travels. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, the trip is quite budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a straightforward connection between these two Missouri locations.

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

88.2 miles from New York, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MO 13 71.4 mi 1h 36m
US 50 24.5 mi 29m
North Hickory Street 20.7 mi 30m
MO 52 17 mi 23m
N State Highway 5 16.8 mi 23m
South Limit Avenue 16.7 mi 21m
MO U 5.5 mi 13m
North Main Street 2.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: MO 13 — 71.4 mi, about 1h 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Camdenton, 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 left at fork

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Toward US 50 East: Sedalia, Jefferson City
7

Merge onto US 50

25 mi · 29 min · US 50
8

Turn right onto US 65

17 mi · 21 min · South Limit Avenue
9

Take the exit onto MO 52

0.3 mi · 51 sec · MO 52
Toward MO 52 East: Cole Camp
10

Turn left onto MO 52

17 mi · 23 min · MO 52
11

Turn right onto MO 135

21 mi · 30 min · North Hickory Street
12

Merge onto MO 5

2.4 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
13

Continue on MO 5

17 mi · 23 min · N State Highway 5
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec
Toward US 54 West: Nevada
15

Turn slight right onto US 54

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 54
16

Turn left onto Court Circle SE

147 ft · 4 sec · Court Circle SE
17

Continue on Court Circle SE

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Court Circle SE
18

Continue on Court Circle SW

379 ft · 15 sec · Court Circle SW
19

At end of road, turn right onto US 54

296 ft · 8 sec · US 54
20

Arrive at destination

US 54

Trip Plan

Since this is a 4-hour trek, plan for at least one scheduled stop to stretch your legs and keep your focus sharp. Departing early in the morning can help you avoid mid-day congestion and gives you more flexibility once you arrive in Camdenton. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $27 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and idling time in traffic. Because the majority of your time is spent on highways, ensure your tire pressure and fluid levels are checked before you pull out of New York. Use the flexibility of this one-day route to choose your own timing, but try to avoid peak commuting hours on the stretches of MO 13.

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 88.2 miles from New York, MO, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.4 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 39 miles or 58m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 88.2 miles or 2h 4m 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 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Camdenton, 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 176.4 miles and 4h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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 71.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Sedalia, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sedalia, MO

88 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

Lawson, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Concordia, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88.2 miles from New York, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before MO 13 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.4 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.

Francis Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 100.8

Sedalia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 176.4

Camdenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18333994638

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 63

Higginsville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16602071324

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 176.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
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

6
77 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Sedalia, Jefferson City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 50 East: Sedalia, Jefferson City
4
118.5 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in | MO 52

Take the exit onto MO 52 toward MO 52 East: Cole Camp

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward MO 52 East: Cole Camp
6
176.4 mi into trip | ~4h 7m in | US 54

At end of road, turn right onto US 54

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.58 one way

$55.16 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $30.28 $60.56
premium $4.89 $33.95 $67.89
diesel $5.61 $38.95 $77.89

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: 61.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52.9 0 $18.52 $8.47
Efficient EV 44.1 0 $15.43 $7.06
EV Truck/SUV 70.6 0 $24.70 $11.29

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% 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

11:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Camdenton, MO

Night in Camdenton on Saturday

Local time

11:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°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

30 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 7m 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?

This highway-focused drive keeps you moving efficiently, with 74% of the journey spent on major roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 71.4 miles found on MO 13. Expect a mix of faster highway speeds and transitions onto local streets like North Hickory Street as you approach your destination. The route maintains a consistent pace, helping you make steady progress through the Missouri landscape. Behind the wheel, you will find the infrastructure reliable and predictable, making for a relatively low-stress experience.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71.4 mi on MO 13.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 13 and US 50. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near MO 13.

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 7m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Camdenton, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Jefferson City along the way.

Jefferson City

77 mi in | ~1h 49m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 176.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 71.4 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: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Camdenton, 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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