How far is Gideon, MO from Matthews, MO?
The driving distance from Gideon, MO to Matthews, MO is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.1 miles (45.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in New Madrid County, Missouri, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gideon and Matthews.
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Start on the route
8 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
13.4 mi · 24 min · East 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
1.1 km · 1 min
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Take the ramp left toward I 55 North: Sikeston
1007 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
24.9 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
1079 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
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Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Merge slight left
24.9 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Sunny leaving Gideon and Sunny near Matthews.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Gideon to Matthews?
The road trip is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Marston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.6 miles from Gideon and 21.6 miles from Matthews.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.1 miles (45.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.73 one way or $11.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gideon and Sunny near Matthews.
Stop Ideas Near Marston
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gideon and Matthews. Straight-line distance: 28.12 mi (45.25 km).
#1 Gideon
City in New Madrid County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 952 |
| Coordinates | 36.4520100, -89.9192600 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Matthews
Human settlement in New Madrid County, Missouri, United States of America
| Population | 584 |
| Coordinates | 36.7592200, -89.5867500 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
End: Matthews (-89.58675, 36.75922)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.46 | $12.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.07 | $14.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
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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