How far is Morrisville, MO from Polk, MO?
The driving distance from Morrisville, MO to Polk, MO is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Morrisville and Polk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morrisville and Polk.
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Start on South Main Street
807 ft · 22 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Maple Street
4.1 mi · 6 min · East Maple Street
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Turn right
819 ft · 11 sec
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Take the exit slight left
117 m · 16 sec
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Turn left
7.7 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 83, MO 13 Business: Bolivar
1152 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto South Springfield Avenue
2.8 mi · 5 min · South Springfield Avenue
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Turn right onto East Broadway Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Broadway Street
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Turn left onto North Pomme de Terre Avenue
11.6 mi · 28 min · North Pomme de Terre Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Morrisville and Polk.
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 Pomme de Terre Avenue
Turn left onto North Pomme de Terre Avenue
11.6 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Morrisville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Polk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Morrisville to Polk?
The road trip is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Bolivar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.8 miles from Morrisville and 13.8 miles from Polk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.86 one way or $7.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Morrisville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Polk.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Morrisville and Polk. Straight-line distance: 18.52 mi (29.8 km).
#1 Morrisville
City in Missouri
| Population | 398 |
| Coordinates | 37.4811500, -93.4274200 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Polk
County in Missouri, United States
| Population | 732 |
| Coordinates | 37.7292000, -93.2993600 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| Country | United States |
End: Polk (-93.29936, 37.7292)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.98 | $3.86 | $7.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $4.57 | $9.13 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
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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