Washington, MO Road Trips
Sitting in the Midwest, Washington, MO is a local road trip base with 5 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 107 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Washington, MO head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
215.6 mi
Kansas City, MO
Quickest Drive
39m
Wentzville, MO
Plan Around Washington, MO
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Washington, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Washington, MO
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Washington, MO
Driving from Washington, MO
Expect an average of 107 miles and about 2h 14m behind the wheel when leaving Washington, MO. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 216 miles (4h 11m), while the shortest is just 24 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Washington, MO include Kansas City, MO (215.6 mi, 4h 11m), Jefferson City, MO (82.5 mi, 1h 52m), and Wentzville, MO (24.1 mi, 39m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MO currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 107-mile trip from Washington, MO, budget about $16 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Washington, MO and 2 routes heading into Washington, MO, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 24 to 216 miles.
The longest mapped route from Washington, MO covers 216 miles and takes approximately 4h 11m. Shorter options start at just 24 miles.
The average route from Washington, MO runs about 107 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 14m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 107-mile trip from Washington, MO costs roughly $16 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Washington, MO include Kansas City, MO, Jefferson City, MO and Wentzville, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Washington, MO by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
14,948
Median Income
$78,510
Median Home Value
$217,500
Median Age
41.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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