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Trip from Sheldon, MO to Stotesbury, MO

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

41m

Distance

34.2 mi

55 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min
4 AM
0h 38m ★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Sheldon, MO, MO

Sheldon, MO

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Downtown Stotesbury, MO, MO

Stotesbury, MO

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Trip Overview

Sheldon, MO to Stotesbury, MO is 34.2 miles and takes about 41 minutes via I 49 and MO D/B, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically in Missouri. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on a highway, making it ideal for a quick transit between these two points. You'll find it's a simple connection, perfect for when you just need to get from here to there without much fuss. Consider this a very manageable segment for any road trip.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 49 21.1 mi 22m
MO D 11.6 mi 15m
MO B 0.8 mi 1m
2nd Street 0.3 mi 1m
Main Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 49 — 21.1 mi, about 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sheldon, MO and Stotesbury, MO.

1

Start on Main Street

137 ft · 8 sec · Main Street
2

Turn right onto 2nd Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · 2nd Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto MO B

0.8 mi · 1 min · MO B
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 13 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
5

Merge onto I 49; US 71

21 mi · 22 min · I 49; US 71
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 110 Toward MO D: Stotesbury
7

Turn left onto MO D

12 mi · 15 min · MO D
8

Arrive at destination

MO D

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 6

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 22.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | 2nd Street

Turn right onto 2nd Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | MO B

At end of road, turn left onto MO B

Navigation decision point

5
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
5
22.5 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward MO D: Stotesbury

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 110 Toward MO D: Stotesbury
4
22.7 mi into trip | ~25m in | MO D

Turn left onto MO D

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.69 one way

$11.37 round trip

$4.22/gal 25.4 MPG avg 12 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $6.19 $12.39
premium $5.18 $6.98 $13.96
diesel $5.35 $7.20 $14.41

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 10.3 0 $3.59 $1.64
Efficient EV 8.6 0 $2.99 $1.37
EV Truck/SUV 13.7 0 $4.79 $2.19

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.

Forecast as of Jun 3, 2026

Origin

Sheldon, MO

Evening in Sheldon on Wednesday

Local time

5:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Mostly Cloudy

E 8 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued June 2 at 2:30PM CDT until June 3 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued June 2 at 2:17PM CDT until June 4 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Destination

Stotesbury, MO

Evening in Stotesbury on Wednesday

Local time

5:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Mostly Cloudy

E 8 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued June 2 at 2:30PM CDT until June 3 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued June 2 at 2:17PM CDT until June 4 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO

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

1 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

41m on the road

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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is largely highway-focused, with 62% of the drive taking place on interstates. You'll experience a significant stretch of 21.1 miles on I 49, offering a consistent, higher-speed driving experience. As you transition to MO D and MO B, the character shifts to more local roads, likely presenting a change in speed and scenery. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, with the interstate forming the backbone of the journey before a brief foray onto secondary highways.

62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.1 mi on I 49.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and MO D. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 2nd Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Sheldon, MO to Stotesbury, MO is easy. At 41m with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MO B): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

924 ft 763 ft

Total Climb

78 ft

Total Descent

222 ft

Highest Point

924 ft

Elevation Range

161 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 Sheldon, MO to Stotesbury, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo D: Stotesbury along the way.

Mo D: Stotesbury

22.5 mi in | ~25m

About the Cities

Starting in Sheldon, MO

Full guide →

Arriving in Stotesbury, MO

Full guide →

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 34.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

41m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 21.1 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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.

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: near the start (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MO B): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Stotesbury, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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