Drive Time
4h 3m
Distance
209.7 mi
337 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
Photo: life vibes
The drive from Battlefield, MO to Chesterfield, MO covers 209.7 miles and takes about 4h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Payne Stewart Highway, Manchester Road, West Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 177.4 miles on Payne Stewart Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
104.8 miles from Battlefield, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 3m drive with frequent turns across 209.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO FF.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 3m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO FF): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (I 44 / Payne Stewart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 187 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto MO FF
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 44 / Payne Stewart Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 44 Business, MO 100 East: Gray Summit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto MO 100 / Manchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto MO 340 / Clarkson Road
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Payne Stewart Highway | 177.4 mi | 3h 12m |
| Manchester Road | 16.8 mi | 24m |
| West Bypass | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Clarkson Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| MO FF | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Baxter Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Santa Maria Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Wild Horse Creek Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Battlefield, MO and Chesterfield, MO.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.8 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chesterfield, MO than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Battlefield, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Battlefield, MO
This is one driving day of about 209.7 miles and 4h 3m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.8 mi from Battlefield, MO · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 104.8 miles from Battlefield, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Payne Stewart Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 177.4 miles.
The final approach into Chesterfield, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Chesterfield, MO.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$31.85 one way
$63.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $35.11 | $70.22 |
| premium | $4.80 | $39.59 | $79.17 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.59 | $93.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.9 | 0 | $22.02 | $10.07 |
| Efficient EV | 52.4 | 0 | $18.35 | $8.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.9 | 1 | $29.36 | $13.42 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Battlefield on Saturday
Local time
3:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Chesterfield on Saturday
Local time
3:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
59°F
Cahokia, IL
105 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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