New York, MO to Sarcoxie, MO is 230.6 miles and takes about 4h 19m via I 49 and Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing Missouri for its entire length. The profile is mostly highway, making it a straightforward drive from one point to another. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a day trip if you're starting closer to your destination.
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
115.3 miles from New York, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 49
136.8 mi
2h 27m
MO 110
41 mi
44m
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
16 mi
19m
Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
11.2 mi
12m
I 435
9.5 mi
11m
Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
8.9 mi
10m
MO B
3.5 mi
8m
High Street
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 136.8 mi, about 2h 27m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,673 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,095
Quietest
1 AM
~208 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Sarcoxie, MO.
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Start on MO B
3.5 mi·8 min·MO B
2
Turn left onto US 36; MO 110
16 mi·19 min·Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
3
Turn left onto MO 110
41 mi·44 min·MO 110
Toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
4
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 435 South: Saint Louis
5
Merge onto I 435
9.5 mi·11 min·I 435
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 435
8.9 mi·10 min·Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
Toward I 435 South: WichitaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi·45 sec
Exit 71Toward I 49 South, US 71 South, I 470 East, US 50 East: Joplin, Lee's SummitUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·12 sec
Toward I 49, I 470, US 50 East, US 71 South: Joplin, Lee's SummitUse the slight left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
10
Merge onto I 49; US 71
137 mi·2 hr 27 min·I 49; US 71
11
Continue on MO 59
0.3 mi·23 sec·George Washington Carver Memorial Highway
Exit 46AToward MO 59 South: Diamond
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Exit 46BToward I 44 East: Springfield
13
Merge onto I 44; I 49; US 71
11 mi·12 min·Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 29Toward I 44 Business, MO U: Sarcoxie, La Russell
15
Turn right onto I 44 Bus
0.9 mi·1 min·High Street
16
Turn left onto North 5th Street
0.1 mi·30 sec·North 5th Street
17
Turn right onto Cross Street
257 ft·16 sec·Cross Street
18
Turn left onto 6th Street
131 ft·5 sec·6th Street
19
Arrive at destination
6th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 19m estimated drive time, starting your trip in the morning is advisable to ensure you have ample daylight. You can complete this route in a single day, with only one recommended stop, so flexibility is key. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 136.8-mile stretch on I 49, as services might be more spaced out there. The fuel cost is estimated at $41, so budget accordingly before you depart.
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 115.3 miles from New York, MO, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.8 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 51 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.3 miles or 2h 13m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sarcoxie, 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 230.6 miles and 4h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 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 I 49 for about 136.8 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 19.5 and 80.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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19.5 mi into trip|~27m in|MO 110
Turn left onto MO 110 toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
7
70.7 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|I 435 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 435 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway toward I 435 South: Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 435 South: Wichita
8
79.6 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 49 South, US 71 South, I 470 East, US 50 East: Joplin, Lee's Summit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 71
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South, I 470 East, US...
8
80.3 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 49, I 470, US 50 East, US 71 South: Joplin, Lee's Summit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 49, I 470, US 50 East, US 71 South: Jo...
7
80.4 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.05 one way
$68.11 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$37.60
$75.19
premium
$4.72
$42.82
$85.63
diesel
$4.80
$43.54
$87.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.2
0
$24.21
$11.07
Efficient EV
57.7
0
$20.18
$9.22
EV Truck/SUV
92.2
1
$32.28
$14.76
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
New York, MO
Late night
in New York on Sunday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 to 8 mph27% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 12:07PM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 12:07PM CDT until July 19 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Destination
Sarcoxie, MO
Late night
in Sarcoxie on Sunday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 12 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 12:07PM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 12:07PM CDT until July 19 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
72°F
Nevada, MO
115 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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 19m 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.
George Washington Carver National Monument
National Monument
The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for...
9 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 222.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 88% of your time on highways, primarily on I 49. The longest stretch without a significant break is 136.8 miles on I 49. Expect a consistent highway experience for most of the 230.6 miles. The transition to MO 110 and potentially other surface roads will occur later in the drive, offering a change of pace from constant high-speed cruising.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 136.8 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and MO 110. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.5 miles in near MO 110.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 230.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.5 miles (MO 110): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.7 miles (I 435 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,090 ft737 ft
Total Climb
888 ft
Total Descent
598 ft
Highest Point
1,090 ft
~230.6 mi in
Elevation Range
354 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 Sarcoxie, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Lee's Summit along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 19m. Total distance: 230.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 136.8 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Sarcoxie, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.5 miles (MO 110): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.7 miles (I 435 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — George Washington Carver National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Sarcoxie, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
