If you are looking to travel from Weston to New York, Missouri, this 82.3-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Midwest. Expect a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You should budget about $13 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating the route involves a blend of US 36, the Trooper Fred F. Guthrie Jr. Memorial Highway, and 273 Highway. Because the entire trip stays within Missouri, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a practical route for those who prefer a manageable time behind the wheel without the need for extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.1 miles from Weston, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 36
46.5 mi
54m
Trooper Fred F. Guthrie Jr. Memorial Highway
24.7 mi
26m
273 Highway
4.7 mi
7m
MO B
3.5 mi
8m
JJ Highway
1.5 mi
2m
Walnut Street
0.8 mi
2m
Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Thomas Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 36
— 46.5 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weston, MO and New York, MO.
1
Start on Thomas Street
33 ft·3 sec·Thomas Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi·39 sec·Main Street
3
Turn right onto Walnut Street
0.8 mi·2 min·Walnut Street
4
Continue on MO JJ
1.5 mi·2 min·JJ Highway
5
Continue on MO 273
4.0 mi·5 min·273 Highway
6
At end of road, turn left onto MO 273
0.7 mi·1 min·273 Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
8
Merge onto I 29; US 71
25 mi·26 min·Trooper Fred F. Guthrie Jr. Memorial Highway
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 46AToward US 36 East: Cameron
10
Merge onto US 36
46 mi·54 min·US 36
11
Turn right onto MO B
3.5 mi·8 min·MO B
12
Arrive at destination
MO B
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best suits your schedule without worrying about complex timing. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the 82.3-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Be mindful that the route relies on a mix of highways, so keep an eye on your speed as you transition between the US 36 corridor and local routes. Since you are looking at a $13 fuel budget, consider filling up before you leave Weston to avoid searching for stations on the more rural stretches. Use the 46.5-mile segment on US 36 to settle into a comfortable cruising speed, as it will be the most consistent part of your journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.1 miles from Weston, MO, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Weston, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Weston, MO
This is one driving day of about 82.3 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Weston, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 36 for about 46.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32 — 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|Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Walnut Street
Turn right onto Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
7
6.4 mi into trip|~10m in|MO 273 / 273 Highway
At end of road, turn left onto MO 273 / 273 Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
7.1 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
5
32 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the exit toward US 36 East: Cameron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 46A
Toward US 36 East: Cameron
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.87 one way
$25.73 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.13
$28.25
premium
$4.89
$15.84
$31.68
diesel
$5.61
$18.17
$36.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.7
0
$8.64
$3.95
Efficient EV
20.6
0
$7.20
$3.29
EV Truck/SUV
32.9
0
$11.52
$5.27
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Weston, MO
Night
in Weston on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New York, MO
Night
in New York on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
8 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
1h 42m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing local roads with more substantial thoroughfares. Approximately 56% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the 1 hour and 42-minute duration. You will encounter your longest stretch of uninterrupted travel on US 36, which spans 46.5 miles. The road transition between 273 Highway and the Trooper Fred F. Guthrie Jr. Memorial Highway keeps the experience varied, preventing the monotony often associated with long, singular interstate hauls. You can expect a functional, rhythmic drive that moves you efficiently through the heart of the state.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.5 mi on US 36.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 42m drive. You will face about 8 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 (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (MO 273 / 273 Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,051 ft800 ft
Total Climb
411 ft
Total Descent
412 ft
Highest Point
1,051 ft
~52.9 mi in
Elevation Range
251 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 82.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 46.5 miles on US 36. 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: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (MO 273 / 273 Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New York, MO before heading back.
