Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
16.8 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rock Port, MO
Timo Volz
York, MO
Patrick
Rock Port to York is 16.8 miles and takes about 29 minutes via US 136, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short jaunt stays within the Midwest region, primarily traversing Missouri. The drive is a straightforward connection between two points, suitable for a quick trip or as part of a larger itinerary. Given its brevity, it offers flexibility for travelers who might want to add detours or spend more time at their destination. Consider this route for its simplicity and ease of navigation.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 136 | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| Walnut Street | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| MO N | 2 mi | 4m |
| 220 Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Cass Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Nebraska Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Port, MO and York, MO.
Start on South Nebraska Street
Turn right onto West Cass Street
Turn left onto MO 111
Turn right onto US 136
Turn right onto US 136
Turn right onto MO N
Turn left onto 220 Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto West Cass Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MO 111 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 136
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 136 / Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto MO N
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.48 one way
$4.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $2.74 | $5.48 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $3.17 | $6.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Rock Port on Sunday
Local time
2:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in York on Sunday
Local time
2:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 47% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 136, Walnut Street, and MO N, providing a varied feel. The longest continuous segment you'll experience is 7.8 miles on US 136. Expect a blend of more open highway driving and potentially some slower sections as you navigate through local roads. The road character shifts subtly as you progress, transitioning from highway speeds to more town-oriented routes.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Cass Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Cass Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (MO 111 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 136): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
398 ft
Total Descent
279 ft
Highest Point
1,100 ft
~14.4 mi in
Elevation Range
174 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 16.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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