How far is Aurora, MO from Stotts City, MO?
The driving distance from Aurora, MO to Stotts City, MO is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aurora and Stotts City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora and Stotts City.
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Start on South Elliott Avenue
1535 ft · 31 sec · South Elliott Avenue
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Turn left onto East Olive Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Olive Street
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Continue on North Carnation Drive
9.4 mi · 14 min · North Carnation Drive
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Take the ramp left toward I 44 West: Joplin
1106 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 97: Pierce City, Stotts City
981 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto County Road 2120
21 m · 3 sec · County Road 2120
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 2120
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aurora and Stotts City.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Carnation Drive
Continue on North Carnation Drive
9.38 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Aurora and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Stotts City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aurora to Stotts City?
The road trip is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mount Vernon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Aurora and 10.6 miles from Stotts City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.83 one way or $5.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Aurora and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Stotts City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aurora and Stotts City. Straight-line distance: 15.73 mi (25.32 km).
#1 Aurora
City in Lawrence County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 7,432 |
| Coordinates | 36.9708900, -93.7179800 |
| Altitude | 427 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stotts City
City in Lawrence County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 217 |
| Coordinates | 37.1036700, -93.9496600 |
| Altitude | 349 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stotts City (-93.94966, 37.10367)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.83 | $5.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.19 | $6.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.98 | $7.96 |
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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