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Trip from Bel-Nor, MO to O'Fallon, MO

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

33m

Distance

24.1 mi

39 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min
4 AM
0h 31m ★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Bel-Nor, MO, MO

Bel-Nor, MO

Valeria Boltneva

Downtown O'Fallon, MO, MO

O'Fallon, MO

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Trip Overview

This 24.1-mile drive from Bel-Nor to O'Fallon, Missouri, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 33 minutes. With a budget of around $4 for fuel, this route is perfect for a single-day excursion within the Midwest. The majority of your journey, 87%, will be on the highway, making it a straightforward and efficient drive. Given its short distance and duration, this trip doesn't require an overnight stay, offering flexibility for your schedule. It's a practical choice for moving between nearby locations in Missouri.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 24.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 87% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-70, including an uninterrupted stretch of 20.9 miles. This means you'll likely encounter typical interstate conditions, characterized by higher speeds and consistent pavement. The route primarily involves navigating I-70, East Terra Lane, and North Hanley Road, suggesting a progression through suburban and potentially light commercial areas. The drive is designed for efficiency rather than scenic exploration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and East Terra Lane. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp toward I 70 West: Wentzville

Navigation decision point

Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
5
1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 70

Merge onto I 70

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
22.6 mi into trip | ~30m in

Take the exit toward MO K: O'Fallon, Main Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 218 Toward MO K: O'Fallon, Main Street
4
23.6 mi into trip | ~32m in | South Main Street

Turn right onto South Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
24.1 mi into trip | ~33m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Bel-Nor, MO to O'Fallon, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo K: O'fallon along the way.

Mo K: O'fallon

22.6 mi in | ~30m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 20.9 mi 26m
East Terra Lane 0.9 mi 1m
North Hanley Road 0.7 mi 1m
South Main Street 0.5 mi 1m
Natural Bridge Road 0.4 mi <1m
Hatherly Drive 0.3 mi 1m
Clearview Drive 0.1 mi <1m
Audrain Drive <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 20.9 mi, about 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bel-Nor, MO and O'Fallon, MO.

1

Start on Audrain Drive

165 ft · 7 sec · Audrain Drive
2

Turn left onto Hatherly Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Hatherly Drive
3

Turn straight onto Clearview Drive

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Clearview Drive
4

Turn left onto MO 115

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Natural Bridge Road
5

Turn right onto North Hanley Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Hanley Road
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
7

Merge onto I 70

21 mi · 26 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

390 ft · 8 sec
Exit 218 Toward MO K: O'Fallon, Main Street Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn straight onto East Terra Lane

0.9 mi · 1 min · East Terra Lane
Use the straight lane.
10

Turn right onto South Main Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
11

Turn right

25 ft · 1 sec
12

Arrive at destination

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.77 one way

$7.54 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $4.14 $8.27
premium $4.89 $4.64 $9.28
diesel $5.61 $5.32 $10.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 7.2 0 $2.53 $1.16
Efficient EV 6 0 $2.11 $0.96
EV Truck/SUV 9.6 0 $3.37 $1.54

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bel-Nor, MO

Afternoon in Bel-Nor on Thursday

Local time

4:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

O'Fallon, MO

Afternoon in O'Fallon on Thursday

Local time

4:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

33m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bel-Nor, MO to O'Fallon, MO covers 24.1 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, East Terra Lane, North Hanley Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.1 miles from Bel-Nor, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bel-Nor, MO to O'Fallon, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo K: O'fallon along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Gateway Arch National Park.

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