How far is Polk, MO from Morrisville, MO?
The driving distance from Polk, MO to Morrisville, MO is about 27.2 miles (43.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Polk and Morrisville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polk and Morrisville.
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Start on the route
11.6 mi · 28 min
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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 South Springfield Avenue
2.9 mi · 6 min · South Springfield Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward MO 13 South: Springfield
940 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Rick Seiner Memorial Highway
7.4 mi · 9 min · Rick Seiner Memorial Highway
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Turn right
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
807 ft · 16 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Polk and Morrisville.
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.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
11.6 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Polk and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Morrisville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Polk to Morrisville?
The road trip is about 27.2 miles (43.8 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bolivar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.6 miles from Polk and 13.5 miles from Morrisville.
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 8.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.82 one way or $7.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Polk and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Morrisville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Polk and Morrisville. Straight-line distance: 18.52 mi (29.8 km).
#1 Polk
County in Missouri, United States
| Population | 732 |
| Coordinates | 37.7292000, -93.2993600 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Morrisville
City in Missouri
| Population | 398 |
| Coordinates | 37.4811500, -93.4274200 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Avenue (-93.427849, 37.481153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.98 | $3.82 | $7.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $4.17 | $8.33 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $4.52 | $9.04 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $5.75 | $11.50 |
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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