How far is Cameron, MO from Plattsburg, MO?
The driving distance from Cameron, MO to Plattsburg, MO is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.3 miles (26.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 31m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Clinton County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cameron and Plattsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cameron and Plattsburg.
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Start on West 2nd Street
1451 ft · 1 min · West 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Walnut Street
3062 ft · 58 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn left onto East Evergreen Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East Evergreen Street
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Take the ramp right
871 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
12.3 mi · 13 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 116: Polo, Lathrop
1131 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right
10.1 mi · 13 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
135 m · 20 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Broadway Street
83 m · 12 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
69 m · 10 sec · North 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cameron and Plattsburg.
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.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
12.3 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Cameron and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Plattsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cameron to Plattsburg?
The road trip is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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?
Lathrop is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.3 miles from Cameron and 12.3 miles from Plattsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.3 miles (26.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.28 one way or $6.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Cameron and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Plattsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Lathrop
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 Lathrop.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cameron and Plattsburg. Straight-line distance: 16.34 mi (26.29 km).
#1 Cameron
City in Missouri, USA
| Population | 8,136 |
| Coordinates | 39.7402800, -94.2410600 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plattsburg
City in Clinton County, Missouri, U.
| Population | 2,242 |
| Coordinates | 39.5655500, -94.4480100 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 2nd Street (-94.448195, 39.565551)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.28 | $6.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.05 | $8.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.61 | $9.23 |
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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