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Trip from New York, MO to Hannibal, MO

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

Drive Time

2h 55m

Distance

145.9 mi

235 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 44m ★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m

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

Ian Ramírez

city in Marion and Ralls counties in Missouri, United States

Hannibal, MO

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a journey from New York, Missouri, to Hannibal, you are looking at a 145.9-mile trip through the heart of the Midwest. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 55 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate via the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, Route V, and MO 79. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, it is an affordable excursion for those looking to explore more of the state. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time to fit your own schedule. It is a straightforward transit that serves as a practical connection between these two Missouri locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

73 miles from New York, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway 132.8 mi 2h 33m
V.F.W. Memorial Highway 8.3 mi 9m
MO B 3.5 mi 8m
Mark Twain Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
North 3rd Street 0.3 mi <1m
US 61 Business 0.3 mi <1m
Broadway 0.1 mi <1m
Harrison Hill Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Chicago-Kansas City Expressway — 132.8 mi, about 2h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Hannibal, MO.

1

Start on MO B

3.5 mi · 8 min · MO B
2

Turn right onto US 36; MO 110

133 mi · 2 hr 33 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
3

Continue on US 24; US 36; MO 110

8.3 mi · 9 min · V.F.W. Memorial Highway
4

Take the exit onto US 61 Business

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 61 Business
Exit 157 Toward MO 79: Downtown Hannibal, Louisiana
5

Turn right onto MO 79

527 ft · 12 sec · Harrison Hill Road
6

Continue on MO 79

0.7 mi · 1 min · Mark Twain Avenue
7

Continue on MO 79

0.3 mi · 56 sec · North 3rd Street
8

Turn right onto Broadway

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Broadway
9

Turn left

54 ft · 3 sec
10

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a sub-three-hour trip, you can easily complete the entire distance in one go, though planning for at least one stop will help keep you fresh. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, try to avoid driving during low-visibility conditions or heavy rain to ensure you can navigate the local road segments safely. Budgeting around $22 for fuel should cover your needs, but keeping a little extra set aside for local fluctuations is always smart. A great way to manage this drive is to check your tire pressure before leaving, as the constant turning on local roads puts different demands on your vehicle than straight interstate driving. Take advantage of the trip's short duration to depart whenever you feel most alert, as you won't need to worry about complex overnight logistics.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from New York, MO, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.8 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 32 miles or 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 73 miles or 1h 28m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hannibal, 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 145.9 miles and 2h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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 Chicago-Kansas City Expressway for about 132.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Marceline, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Marceline, MO

73 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

Chillicothe, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Marceline, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 73 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 Chicago-Kansas City Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 132.8 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

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 83.4

Macon, Missouri

Hours: Closed

+18004891588

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 145.9

Hannibal, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 145.9

Hannibal, Missouri

+18004891588

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 3.5 and 145.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
3.5 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway

Turn right onto US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway

Navigation decision point

6
144.5 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in | US 61 Business

Take the exit onto US 61 Business toward MO 79: Downtown Hannibal, Louisiana

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 157 Toward MO 79: Downtown Hannibal, Louisiana
3
144.8 mi into trip | ~2h 52m in | MO 79 / Harrison Hill Road

Turn right onto MO 79 / Harrison Hill Road

Navigation decision point

5
145.8 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in | Broadway

Turn right onto Broadway

Navigation decision point

5
145.9 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.81 one way

$45.62 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $25.04 $50.09
premium $4.89 $28.08 $56.15
diesel $5.61 $32.21 $64.43

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 43.8 0 $15.32 $7.00
Efficient EV 36.5 0 $12.77 $5.84
EV Truck/SUV 58.4 0 $20.43 $9.34

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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

Late night in New York on Sunday

Local time

2:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hannibal, MO

Late night in Hannibal on Sunday

Local time

2:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°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

28 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

2h 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?

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will find that this route features 0% highway share, meaning you will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 145.9-mile journey. The character of the road changes as you transition between the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, Route V, and MO 79, requiring you to stay alert through various turns. Because the path relies on local infrastructure, you should anticipate a slower pace compared to major national highways. It is an ideal route for drivers who prefer active maneuvering over the repetitive nature of high-speed, long-distance highway travel.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 132.8 mi on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and V.F.W. Memorial Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from New York, MO to Hannibal, MO is easy. At 2h 55m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 144.5 miles (US 61 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.8 miles (MO 79 / Harrison Hill Road): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Arriving in Hannibal, MO

Full guide →

Hannibal is a city in Missouri. It is located approximately 100 miles northwest of St. Louis and is located on the west bank of the Mississippi River. Hannibal is best known as the boyhood home of author Samuel Longhorn Clemens, more commonly known as Mark Twain. Twain's The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn are set in Hannibal. Many historical sites in the city revolve around Twain and his writings, which occupy a prominent place in the history of the Underground Railroad era.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 145.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 132.8 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 3.5 miles (US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 144.5 miles (US 61 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.8 miles (MO 79 / Harrison Hill Road): Navigation decision point.

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