How far is Alton, MO from Griswold, MO?
The driving distance from Alton, MO to Griswold, MO is about 27.4 miles (44.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19 miles (30.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Ripley County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alton and Griswold.
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Start on Couch Street
1019 ft · 45 sec · Couch Street
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Continue straight
16.3 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
7.6 mi · 18 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Walnut Street
1555 ft · 37 sec · East Walnut Street
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Turn sharp right onto County Road 287
3 mi · 12 min · County Road 287
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Turn right onto County Road 286
20 m · 3 sec · County Road 286
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 286
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Couch Street
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16.3 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Alton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Griswold.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alton to Griswold?
The road trip is about 27.4 miles (44.1 km) and usually takes 00h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Doniphan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.7 miles from Alton and 13.7 miles from Griswold.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19 miles (30.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.66 one way or $7.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Alton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Griswold.
Stop Ideas Near Doniphan
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Walnut Ridge
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alton and Griswold. Straight-line distance: 18.94 mi (30.48 km).
#1 Alton
City in Missouri
| Population | 823 |
| Coordinates | 36.6942300, -91.3993000 |
| Altitude | 238 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Griswold
Griswold is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.5114500, -91.1448500 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
End: Griswold (-91.14485, 36.51145)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.66 | $7.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.13 | $8.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.51 | $9.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.14 | $10.29 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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