Carterville, MO Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Carterville, MO works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 228 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Carterville, MO spread mainly east and north, covering a wide geographic range.
Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
285 mi
St. Louis, MO
Quickest Drive
2h 20m
Kansas City, MO
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Carterville, MO
Driving from Carterville, MO
On average, trips departing from Carterville, MO run 228 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 4m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 285 miles (5h 22m), while the shortest is just 147 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Carterville, MO most often head toward St. Louis, MO (285 mi, 4h 24m), Saint Charles, MO (283.3 mi, 5h 21m), Saint Peters, MO (275.4 mi, 5h 22m), Kansas City, MO (149.6 mi, 2h 20m), and East Independence, MO (146.7 mi, 2h 52m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MO currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 228-mile trip from Carterville, MO, budget about $34 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Carterville, MO and 0 routes heading into Carterville, MO, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 147 to 285 miles.
The longest mapped route from Carterville, MO covers 285 miles and takes approximately 5h 22m. Shorter options start at just 147 miles.
The average route from Carterville, MO runs about 228 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 4m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 228-mile trip from Carterville, MO costs roughly $34 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Carterville, MO include St. Louis, MO, Saint Charles, MO, Saint Peters, MO and Kansas City, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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