Winona, MO to Gang, MO is 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 52m via MO 19, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest drive stays within Missouri, primarily following MO 19 and then MO B. Expect a mostly surface road experience, so don't plan for high-speed highway cruising for the entire trip. It's a straightforward hop between two points, ideal if you're looking for a short, direct connection without a lot of fuss. You'll be on local roads for the majority of this relatively brief excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
25.1 miles from Winona, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 41m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Illinois Avenue
21.1 mi
37m
MO 19
11.1 mi
16m
MO B
7.3 mi
17m
County Road 242
4.7 mi
18m
County Road 776
2.5 mi
9m
County Road 106-B
0.6 mi
2m
MO H
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
North Illinois Avenue
— 21.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winona, MO and Gang, MO.
1
Start on MO H
74 ft·4 sec·MO H
2
Turn right onto MO 19
11 mi·16 min·MO 19
3
Turn right onto MO 106
21 mi·37 min·North Illinois Avenue
4
Turn slight left
260 ft·11 sec
5
Turn straight onto MO B
7.3 mi·17 min·MO B
6
Turn left onto County Road 776
2.5 mi·9 min·County Road 776
7
Continue on County Road 242
4.7 mi·18 min·County Road 242
8
Turn left
0.6 mi·2 min
9
Turn left
0.5 mi·1 min
10
Turn sharp right
1.7 mi·6 min
11
Continue on County Road 106-B
0.6 mi·2 min·County Road 106-B
12
Turn right onto County Road 242
179 ft·7 sec·County Road 242
13
Arrive at destination
County Road 242
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, you can easily complete this trip in one day. Consider departing in the morning to give yourself ample daylight for the drive. With only 50.2 miles, you have flexibility if you decide to make unscheduled stops along the way, though none are explicitly noted. The fuel cost is estimated at $9, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you leave Winona, MO. Pay attention to signage as you transition from MO 19 to MO B to stay on the most direct path to Gang, MO.
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 25.1 miles from Winona, MO, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.1 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 11 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.1 miles or 41m 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 Gang, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Winona, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Winona, MO
This is one driving day of about 50.2 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Winona, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Illinois Avenue for about 21.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Winona, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 50.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|MO 19
Turn right onto MO 19
Navigation decision point
4
11.2 mi into trip|~16m in|MO 106 / North Illinois Avenue
Turn right onto MO 106 / North Illinois Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
39.6 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|County Road 776
Turn left onto County Road 776
Navigation decision point
5
47.8 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Turn sharp right
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
50.2 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|County Road 242
Turn right onto County Road 242
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.41 one way
$14.83 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg18 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$8.18
$16.37
premium
$4.72
$9.32
$18.64
diesel
$4.80
$9.48
$18.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
15.1
0
$5.27
$2.41
Efficient EV
12.6
0
$4.39
$2.01
EV Truck/SUV
20.1
0
$7.03
$3.21
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Winona, MO
Morning
in Winona on Sunday
Local time
9:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 2 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 19 at 2:23AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 19 at 1:26AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Destination
Gang, MO
Morning
in Gang on Sunday
Local time
9:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 1 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 19 at 2:23AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 19 at 1:26AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
90°F
Eminence, MO
25 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 52m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly on surface roads, with just 22% of the total mileage on highways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 21.1 miles on North Illinois Avenue before transitioning. Expect to be on local roads for the bulk of the 50.2 miles. The route involves navigating through rural areas, so plan for slower speeds and potentially encountering local traffic.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.1 mi on North Illinois Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 19.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Winona, MO to Gang, MO is easy. At 1h 52m with 22% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 19): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (MO 106 / North Illinois Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 39.6 miles (County Road 776): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,098 ft637 ft
Total Climb
924 ft
Total Descent
1,214 ft
Highest Point
1,098 ft
~43.1 mi in
Elevation Range
461 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.1 miles on North Illinois Avenue. 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 (MO 19): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (MO 106 / North Illinois Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 39.6 miles (County Road 776): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gang, MO before heading back.
