Origin
Stotesbury, MO
Late night in Stotesbury on Sunday
Local time
2:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stotesbury, MO to Sheldon, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
34.2 mi
55 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 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
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.
Stotesbury, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Sheldon, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
This straightforward 34.2-mile journey from Stotesbury to Sheldon, Missouri, is perfect for a single-day trip, taking approximately 41 minutes to complete. With 62% of the drive on highways, you'll experience a primarily highway-focused route with an estimated fuel cost of $5. Given its short distance, this drive offers flexibility for your schedule. You'll be staying within the Midwest region throughout your travels, making for a consistent regional experience. Consider this a simple, efficient connection between two points in Missouri.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 21.1 mi | 22m |
| MO D | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| MO B | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| MO N | 0.2 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 Stotesbury, MO and Sheldon, MO.
1
Start on MO D
11 mi
·
15 min
·
MO D
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
3
Merge onto I 49; US 71
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 49; US 71
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 88
Toward MO B, MO N: Sheldon, Bronaugh
5
Turn left onto MO N
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
MO N
6
Continue on MO B
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
MO B
7
Turn right onto 2nd Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street
8
Turn left onto Main Street
137 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 11.5 and 34.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
6
32.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward MO B, MO N: Sheldon, Bronaugh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 88
Toward MO B, MO N: Sheldon, Bronaugh
5
33 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
MO N
Turn left onto MO N
Navigation decision point
4
34 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
2nd Street
Turn right onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
5
34.2 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.35 one way
$10.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.87 | $11.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.55 | $15.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 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 | 10.3 | 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.
Destination
Sheldon, MO
Late night in Sheldon on Sunday
Local time
2:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
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
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 predominantly highway-oriented, with a significant 62% of the total mileage spent on faster roads like I-49. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.1 miles on I-49, providing a consistent cruising experience. The route then transitions to state roads MO D and MO B, offering a change of pace from the interstate. Expect a driving experience that balances efficient highway travel with simpler, local road navigation.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 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 around 11.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Stotesbury, MO to Sheldon, 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: at 11.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles (MO N): Navigation decision point.
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. 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 11.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles (MO N): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sheldon, 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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