If you are planning a trip from New York to Kimberling City, expect a straightforward journey spanning 240.3 miles across the Missouri Midwest. You should budget approximately 5 hours and 21 minutes of driving time, making this a manageable route to complete in a single day. With an estimated fuel cost of $37, the trip is relatively budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. You will primarily utilize MO 13, MO 7, and South Campbell Avenue to navigate between these two points. Since the entire drive stays within the state of Missouri, you can count on consistent road signage and familiar regional infrastructure. Whether you are heading out for a weekend getaway or a quick visit, this route offers a reliable 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
120.2 miles from New York, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 43m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
MO 13
111.2 mi
2h 28m
MO 7
94.2 mi
1h 56m
South Campbell Avenue
27.1 mi
37m
MO U
5.5 mi
13m
James River Freeway
0.9 mi
1m
Kimberling Boulevard
0.6 mi
1m
Marina Way
0.3 mi
1m
US 160
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
MO 13
— 111.2 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Kimberling City, 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
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
94 mi·1 hr 56 min·MO 7; MO 13
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the ramp onto MO 13
0.3 mi·36 sec·MO 13
Toward US 60 East, US 160 East, MO 13 South: Rogersville
14
Merge onto US 60; US 160; MO 13
0.9 mi·1 min·James River Freeway
15
Take the exit onto US 160; MO 13
0.2 mi·27 sec·US 160; MO 13
Toward MO 13 South, US 160 East: Nixa
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Continue on US 160; MO 13
27 mi·37 min·South Campbell Avenue
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Enter roundabout onto MO 13; MO 248
216 ft·3 sec·MO 13; MO 248
18
Continue on MO 13; MO 248
10 mi·15 min·MO 13; MO 248
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto Kimberling Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·Kimberling Boulevard
20
Turn left onto Marina Way
0.3 mi·1 min·Marina Way
21
Turn right
227 ft·9 sec
22
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·44 sec·this road
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 21-minute trek, aim for an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic congestion on busier segments. Although the route is short enough to drive in one go, planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you stay alert and comfortable throughout the 240.3-mile journey. Since you will be spending a significant portion of your time on MO 13, keep a close eye on your speedometer during the transitions between highway zones and local speed limits. Use the flexibility of this single-day trip to your advantage by adjusting your departure time to bypass peak commuting hours. Having your fuel budget of $37 ready before you leave will help you stay organized as you traverse the Missouri landscape.
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 120.2 miles from New York, MO, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.2 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 53 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.2 miles or 2h 43m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kimberling City, 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 240.3 miles and 5h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 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 111.2 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 201.3 — 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
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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
5
201.3 mi into trip|~4h 24m in|US 160; MO 13
Take the exit onto US 160; MO 13 toward MO 13 South, US 160 East: Nixa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MO 13 South, US 160 East: Nixa
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.57 one way
$75.14 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg84 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$41.25
$82.50
premium
$4.89
$46.24
$92.49
diesel
$5.61
$53.06
$106.11
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.1
0
$25.23
$11.53
Efficient EV
60.1
0
$21.03
$9.61
EV Truck/SUV
96.1
1
$33.64
$15.38
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
5:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kimberling City, MO
Late night
in Kimberling City on Sunday
Local time
5:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Warsaw, MO
120 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
15 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 21m 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...
7 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 198.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive relies on major thoroughfares for 86% of the journey, ensuring you spend most of your time moving at a steady pace. You will encounter a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 111.2 miles while traveling along MO 13, which serves as the backbone of your trip. While the route is designed for efficiency, the transition between highway speeds and local navigation on South Campbell Avenue provides a shift in the driving experience. Expect a consistent rhythm behind the wheel as you navigate the transition from rural stretches to the more developed areas near your destination. Overall, the road personality is functional and direct, prioritizing time-saving transit over winding, technical backroads.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.2 mi on MO 13.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 13 and MO 7. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near MO 13.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 21m drive. You will face about 15 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 78.9 miles (MO 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 21m. Total distance: 240.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 111.2 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 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Kimberling City, MO before the return drive.
