Origin
Spruce, MO
Late night in Spruce on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spruce, MO to Passaic, 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
21m
Distance
15.7 mi
25 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spruce, MO
Andrew Lafferty
Passaic, MO
Lena Khrupina
Trip Overview
Spruce to Passaic is 15.7 miles and takes about 21 minutes via MO BB, MO D, and MO H, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically connecting two points in Missouri. Expect a straightforward drive that won't eat up much of your day, making it a simple addition to a larger itinerary or a quick local excursion. Given its brevity, it’s an easy route to tackle without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO BB | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| MO D | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| MO H | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| MO F | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
MO BB
— 9.2 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spruce, MO and Passaic, MO.
1
Start on MO H; MO BB
12 ft
·
1 sec
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MO H; MO BB
2
Continue on MO BB
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
MO BB
3
Continue on MO D
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
MO D
4
Arrive at destination
MO F
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.45 one way
$4.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.02 | $6.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.47 | $6.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.00 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Passaic, MO
Late night in Passaic on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
2 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
21m 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?
This drive is characterized by frequent turns, offering a dynamic experience rather than a monotonous stretch. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating local roads for the entire 15.7 miles. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 9.2 miles along MO BB. This profile suggests a route that requires consistent attention to navigation as you transition between MO BB, MO D, and MO H, keeping you engaged behind the wheel.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
4 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.2 mi on MO BB.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Spruce, MO to Passaic, MO is easy. At 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Spruce, MO to Passaic, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 15.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.2 miles on MO BB. 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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Spruce, MO to Passaic, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Passaic, 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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