How far is Warrensburg, MO from Knob Noster, MO?
The driving distance from Warrensburg, MO to Knob Noster, MO is about 11 miles (17.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.6 miles (15.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Johnson County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Warrensburg and Knob Noster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warrensburg and Knob Noster.
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Start on South Maguire Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South Maguire Street
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Take the ramp right toward US 50 East: Missouri Veterans Home, Knob Noster, Whiteman Air Force Base, Sedalia
860 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto North State Street
762 ft · 28 sec · North State Street
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Turn right onto West South Railroad Street
103 m · 15 sec · West South Railroad Street
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Continue on West South Railroad Street
107 m · 16 sec · West South Railroad Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Madison Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Warrensburg and Knob Noster.
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.
US 50 East
Merge slight left
9.71 mi · 00h 11m
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 Warrensburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Knob Noster.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Warrensburg to Knob Noster?
The road trip is about 11 miles (17.7 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?
Centerview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Warrensburg and 5.5 miles from Knob Noster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.6 miles (15.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.47 one way or $2.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Warrensburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Knob Noster.
Stop Ideas Near Centerview
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Warrensburg
Lee's Summit
Sedalia
Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Warrensburg and Knob Noster. Straight-line distance: 9.57 mi (15.4 km).
#1 Warrensburg
City in Missouri
| Population | 20,539 |
| Coordinates | 38.7627900, -93.7360500 |
| Altitude | 263 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Knob Noster
City in Johnson County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 2,799 |
| Coordinates | 38.7666800, -93.5585500 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
End: Knob Noster (-93.55855, 38.76668)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.47 | $2.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.82 | $3.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.07 | $4.14 |
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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