How far is Polk, MO from New York, MO?
The driving distance from Polk, MO to New York, MO is about 180 miles (289.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 139.3 miles (224.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Pettis County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Polk and New York.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polk and New York.
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Start on the route
2.1 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
9.5 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto US Highway 54
2619 ft · 1 min · US Highway 54
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Turn left
58 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
24.6 mi · 30 min · West Broadway Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 13: Clinton, Higginsville
1527 ft · 42 sec
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Turn slight right
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
21 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
66.3 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Turn right
5.5 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
47 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Polk and New York.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
MO 13
Exit the roundabout
66.3 mi · 01h 30m
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.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Polk and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New York.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Polk to New York?
The road trip is about 180 miles (289.7 km) and usually takes 03h 08m 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?
La Monte is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.6 miles from Polk and 91.4 miles from New York.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139.3 miles (224.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.95 one way or $47.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Polk and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New York.
Stop Ideas Near La Monte
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 La Monte.
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Lee's Summit
Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Polk and New York. Straight-line distance: 139.32 mi (224.22 km).
#1 Polk
County in Missouri, United States
| Population | 732 |
| Coordinates | 37.7292000, -93.2993600 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New York
Human settlement in Missouri, United States of America
| Population | 264 |
| Coordinates | 39.6852900, -93.9268800 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northeast State Highway B (-93.92718, 39.685291)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 290 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $23.95 | $47.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.01 | $54.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.55 | $59.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.68 | $67.36 |
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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