How far is Stotesbury, MO from Sheldon, MO?
The driving distance from Stotesbury, MO to Sheldon, MO is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 37m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Town in Vernon County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stotesbury and Sheldon.
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Start on the route
11.5 mi · 16 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
1264 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
21.1 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO B, MO N: Sheldon, Bronaugh
1145 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left
902 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
1344 ft · 1 min · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
42 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 Stotesbury and Sheldon.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 49 South
Merge slight left
21.1 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Stotesbury and Partly Sunny near Sheldon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stotesbury to Sheldon?
The road trip is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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?
Nevada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Stotesbury and 17.3 miles from Sheldon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.57 one way or $9.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Stotesbury and Partly Sunny near Sheldon.
Stop Ideas Near Nevada
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 Nevada.
Warrensburg
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stotesbury and Sheldon. Straight-line distance: 26.25 mi (42.24 km).
#1 Stotesbury
Village in the United States
| Population | 17 |
| Coordinates | 37.9719800, -94.5635700 |
| Altitude | 238 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sheldon
City in Vernon County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 515 |
| Coordinates | 37.6581000, -94.2927300 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-94.292733, 37.658009)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.57 | $9.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $5.02 | $10.04 |
| Premium | $4.51 | $5.46 | $10.92 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $7.26 | $14.51 |
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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