How far is New York, MO from Plattsburg, MO?
The driving distance from New York, MO to Plattsburg, MO is about 37.3 miles (60 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29 miles (46.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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 Ray County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Clear
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York and Plattsburg.
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Start on the route
47 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
5.5 mi · 13 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
9 mi · 13 min
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Turn right onto West Elm Street
10.5 mi · 14 min · West Elm Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
36 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
12 mi · 16 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
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Elm Street
Exit the roundabout
12 mi · 00h 16m
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 New York and Clear near Plattsburg.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from New York to Plattsburg?
The road trip is about 37.3 miles (60 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Elmira is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.6 miles from New York and 18.6 miles from Plattsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29 miles (46.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.98 one way or $9.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around New York and Clear near Plattsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Elmira
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Elmira.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New York and Plattsburg. Straight-line distance: 28.94 mi (46.58 km).
#1 New York
Human settlement in Missouri, United States of America
| Population | 264 |
| Coordinates | 39.6852900, -93.9268800 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| 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: Plattsburg (-94.44801, 39.56555)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.61 | $11.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.14 | $12.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
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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