How far is Boonville, MO from Blackwater, MO?
The driving distance from Boonville, MO to Blackwater, MO is about 18.4 miles (29.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.3 miles (21.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 55m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Cooper County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boonville and Blackwater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boonville and Blackwater.
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Start on Main Street
2001 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn slight right
39 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto East Ashley Road
3 mi · 6 min · East Ashley Road
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Turn slight right onto I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
11.7 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO K: Blackwater
1067 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right
48 m · 9 sec
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Continue straight
792 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right
2.9 mi · 7 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boonville and Blackwater.
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.
I 70 West
Turn slight right onto I 70 West, US 40 West: Kansas City
11.7 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Boonville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Blackwater.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boonville to Blackwater?
The road trip is about 18.4 miles (29.6 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Pilot Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.2 miles from Boonville and 9.2 miles from Blackwater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.3 miles (21.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 7:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.45 one way or $4.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Boonville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Blackwater.
Stop Ideas Near Pilot Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pilot Grove.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boonville and Blackwater. Straight-line distance: 13.3 mi (21.41 km).
#1 Boonville
City in Cooper County, Missouri, USA
| Population | 7,878 |
| Coordinates | 38.9736400, -92.7432400 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blackwater
City in Cooper County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 151 |
| Coordinates | 38.9803000, -92.9907500 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blackwater (-92.99075, 38.9803)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.03 | $6.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.45 | $6.90 |
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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