Origin
Otterville, MO
Late night in Otterville on Tuesday
Local time
3:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Otterville, MO to Blackwater, 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
55m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Otterville, MO
Catherine Leclert
Blackwater, MO
Mathias Reding
Trip Overview
This 33.3-mile drive from Otterville, MO to Blackwater, MO is a straightforward, short excursion perfect for a single day. Expect the journey to take approximately 55 minutes, with a modest fuel cost estimated at $5. You'll primarily navigate MO 135 and MO A, with a segment on the U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway contributing to about 35% of your total mileage on main roads. This route stays within the Midwest region, offering a familiar driving experience. Given its brevity, no overnight stops are necessary; it's an easy trip to fit into a single day's itinerary without feeling rushed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 135 | 11.8 mi | 20m |
| MO A | 10.3 mi | 18m |
| U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| MO K | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| Boonville Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
MO 135
— 11.8 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Otterville, MO and Blackwater, MO.
1
Start on MO BB
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boonville Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto MO A
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
MO A
3
Continue on MO A
7.8 mi
·
13 min
·
MO A
4
Continue on MO 135
12 mi
·
20 min
·
MO 135
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
6
Merge onto I 70; US 40
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 89
Toward MO K: Blackwater
8
Turn right onto MO K
158 ft
·
8 sec
·
MO K
9
Continue on MO K
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
MO K
10
Turn right onto MO K
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
MO K
11
Arrive at destination
MO K
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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from Otterville, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 30.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MO A
At end of road, turn left onto MO A
Navigation decision point
6
22.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
5
30 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward MO K: Blackwater
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 89
Toward MO K: Blackwater
4
30.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
MO K
Turn right onto MO K
Navigation decision point
4
30.4 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
MO K
Turn right onto MO K
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.21 one way
$10.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.72 | $11.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.41 | $12.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 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 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
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
Blackwater, MO
Late night in Blackwater on Tuesday
Local time
3:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
22 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
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?
The character of this drive is best described as a mixed bag, with about 35% of the total distance utilizing main roads. You'll experience a 11.8-mile stretch on MO 135, which is the longest uninterrupted section, offering a chance to settle into a consistent pace. The profile suggests a 'mixed drive,' indicating a blend of road types rather than a monotonous highway. Expect the scenery and road conditions to shift as you transition between MO 135, MO A, and the U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, keeping your time behind the wheel engaging.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.8 mi on MO 135.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MO A.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Otterville, MO to Blackwater, MO is easy. At 55m with 35% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MO A): Navigation decision point; at 22.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Otterville, MO to Blackwater, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo K: Blackwater along the way.
Mo K: Blackwater
30 mi in
|
~48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 33.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.8 miles on MO 135. 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 0.1 miles (MO A): Navigation decision point; at 22.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Blackwater, 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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