Des Peres, MO Road Trips
With 3 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Des Peres, MO works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 117-mile quick runs to 274-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Des Peres, MO head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
274.2 mi
Joplin, MO
Quickest Drive
1h 51m
Cape Girardeau, MO
Plan Around Des Peres, MO
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Des Peres, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Des Peres, MO
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Des Peres, MO
Driving from Des Peres, MO
On average, trips departing from Des Peres, MO run 209 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 15m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 274 miles (4h 15m), while the shortest is just 117 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Des Peres, MO are Joplin, MO (274.2 mi, 4h 15m), Lee's Summit, MO (236.2 mi, 3h 40m), and Cape Girardeau, MO (117.2 mi, 1h 51m). 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 209-mile trip from Des Peres, MO, budget about $31 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. 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 3 mapped routes leaving Des Peres, MO and 2 routes heading into Des Peres, MO, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 117 to 274 miles.
The longest mapped route from Des Peres, MO covers 274 miles and takes approximately 4h 15m. Shorter options start at just 117 miles.
The average route from Des Peres, MO runs about 209 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 15m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 209-mile trip from Des Peres, MO costs roughly $31 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Des Peres, MO include Joplin, MO, Lee's Summit, MO and Cape Girardeau, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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