How far is Parsons, KS from Van Buren, MO?
The driving distance from Parsons, KS to Van Buren, MO is about 261.4 miles (420.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 235 miles (378.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 12m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Greene and Webster Counties in the U.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parsons and Van Buren.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parsons and Van Buren.
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Start on Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on 24000 Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · 24000 Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 24000 Road
26.2 mi · 31 min · 24000 Road
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Continue straight
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Base Line Boulevard
16.9 mi · 23 min · Base Line Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
1114 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left onto Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway
5.7 mi · 6 min · Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO V, MO D: Alba
1611 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto North Garrison Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North Garrison Avenue
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Turn left onto East Northwoods Street
1212 ft · 23 sec · East Northwoods Street
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Continue on East Java Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East Java Street
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Turn left
36 mi · 42 min
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Take the ramp straight toward I 44 East: Springfield
3171 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
10.4 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 360 East
1463 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on James River Freeway
14.4 mi · 17 min · James River Freeway
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Continue straight
81.3 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 60 East: Mountain View, Poplar Bluff
55.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Turn left onto James Street
1251 ft · 30 sec · James Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
62 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parsons and Van Buren.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
James River Freeway
Continue straight
81.3 mi · 01h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Parsons and Partly Sunny near Van Buren.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parsons to Van Buren?
The road trip is about 261.4 miles (420.7 km) and usually takes 05h 12m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rogersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 130.4 miles from Parsons and 131 miles from Van Buren.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 235 miles (378.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:36 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.48 one way or $70.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Parsons and Partly Sunny near Van Buren.
Stop Ideas Near Rogersville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Historic City Hall
Nixa City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rogersville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parsons and Van Buren. Straight-line distance: 235 mi (378.19 km).
#1 Parsons
City in Labette County, Kansas, USA
| Population | 9,463 |
| Coordinates | 37.3403400, -95.2610800 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Van Buren
City in Carter County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 798 |
| Coordinates | 36.9956100, -91.0145700 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| Country | United States |
End: Van Buren (-91.01457, 36.99561)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 421 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.85 | $35.48 | $70.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.22 | $38.93 | $77.85 |
| Premium | $4.58 | $42.23 | $84.46 |
| Diesel | $5.96 | $54.98 | $109.96 |
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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