How far is Glendale, MO from Matthews, MO?
The driving distance from Glendale, MO to Matthews, MO is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in New Madrid County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glendale and Matthews.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendale and Matthews.
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Start on the route
2310 ft · 1 min
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Continue on County Road 282
1 mi · 4 min · County Road 282
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Turn left onto County Road 281
1.7 mi · 7 min · County Road 281
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Continue on County Road 277
1.1 mi · 4 min · County Road 277
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Turn right
9.8 mi · 17 min
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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
A richer read on the saved driving route between Glendale and Matthews.
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
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Glendale and Sunny near Matthews.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glendale to Matthews?
The road trip is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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 21.9 miles from Glendale and 21.9 miles from Matthews.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.85 one way or $11.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Glendale and Sunny near Matthews.
Stop Ideas Near Marston
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 Marston.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glendale and Matthews. Straight-line distance: 29.89 mi (48.1 km).
#1 Glendale
City in Missouri
| Population | 5,863 |
| Coordinates | 36.4106200, -89.9056400 |
| 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: 71 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 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 | $5.85 | $11.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.59 | $13.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.21 | $14.43 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
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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