Origin
Olean, MO
Late night in Olean on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olean, MO to Iberia, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
33.8 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olean, MO
Lena Khrupina
Iberia, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
This 33.8-mile drive from Olean, MO, to Iberia, MO, is a quick 50-minute journey perfect for a single day trip. Primarily utilizing MO 17 and US 54 Bus, with a brief stint on MO 87, this route stays within the Midwest region of Missouri. With a very low estimated fuel cost of just $5, it's an economical option for a short scenic excursion. The drive is almost entirely highway, making it efficient and straightforward, with no overnight stays recommended. It offers a simple and direct way to travel between these two Missouri towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 17 | 14.2 mi | 19m |
| US 54 Bus | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| MO 87 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| US 54 | 2.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Manor Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| MO 42 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pearl Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 17
— 14.2 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olean, MO and Iberia, MO.
1
Start on MO P
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto MO 87
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
MO 87
3
Turn straight onto Manor Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Manor Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto MO 87
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MO 87
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 54 West: Lake of the Ozarks
6
Merge onto US 54
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 54
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 54 Business, MO 52: Tuscumbia, Eldon
8
Turn left onto US 54 Bus; MO 52
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
US 54 Bus; MO 52
9
Turn right onto MO 17; MO 52
14 mi
·
19 min
·
MO 17; MO 52
10
Turn left onto MO 42
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
MO 42
11
Turn right onto Pearl Street
342 ft
·
15 sec
·
Pearl Street
12
Arrive at destination
Pearl Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.9 miles from Olean, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 19.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MO 87
At end of road, turn left onto MO 87
Navigation decision point
4
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
MO 87
At end of road, turn left onto MO 87
Navigation decision point
4
6.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward US 54 West: Lake of the Ozarks
Navigation decision point
Toward US 54 West: Lake of the Ozarks
5
9.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward US 54 Business, MO 52: Tuscumbia, Eldon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 54 Business, MO 52: Tuscumbia, Eldon
4
19.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
MO 17; MO 52
Turn right onto MO 17; MO 52
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.28 one way
$10.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.80 | $11.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.50 | $13.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Iberia, MO
Late night in Iberia on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
50m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 94% of this trip, offering a consistent pace for most of the 50 minutes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.2 miles on MO 17, allowing for a good period of steady driving. While mostly highway, the transition onto US 54 Bus and MO 87 will introduce slight variations in road type. This route is designed for efficiency rather than winding scenic byways, providing a clear path with minimal distractions.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.2 mi on MO 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 17 and US 54 Bus. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near MO 87.
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 50m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (MO 87): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (MO 87): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Olean, MO to Iberia, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Eldon along the way.
Eldon
9.4 mi in
|
~15m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 33.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.2 miles on MO 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (MO 87): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (MO 87): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Iberia, 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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