Origin
Bonne Terre, MO
Evening in Bonne Terre on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bonne Terre, MO to Bismarck, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
24m
Distance
16.1 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bonne Terre, MO
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Bismarck, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bonne Terre, MO to Bismarck, MO covers 16.1 miles and takes about 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Park Avenue, Benham Street, US 67 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.1 miles from Bonne Terre, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 24m drive with frequent turns across 16.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Park Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bonne Terre, MO to Bismarck, MO is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bonne Terre, MO to Bismarck, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Park Avenue | — | — |
| Benham Street | — | — |
| US 67 | — | — |
| North Desloge Drive | — | — |
| Taylor Avenue | — | — |
| Community Drive | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| Municipal Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Park Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bonne Terre, MO and Bismarck, MO.
1
Start on North Division Street
13 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Division Street
2
Turn left onto Park Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Park Avenue
3
Continue on Benham Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Benham Street
4
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge slight left
3.2 mi
·
3 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 67 Business, MO 8: Desloge, Park Hills
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 67 Business, MO 8: Desloge, Park Hills
7
Turn right
351 ft
·
7 sec
8
Turn left onto North Desloge Drive
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Desloge Drive
9
Continue on Taylor Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Taylor Avenue
10
Turn right onto Community Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Community Drive
11
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street
79 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Main Street
12
Turn left onto Municipal Drive
502 ft
·
10 sec
·
Municipal Drive
13
Continue on Wood Drive
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Wood Drive
14
Continue on North Front Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Front Street
15
At the end of the road, turn right
6.7 mi
·
10 min
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 8.1 miles from Bonne Terre, MO, or about 12m into the drive.
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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.1 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bismarck, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Bonne Terre, MO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bonne Terre, MO
This is one driving day of about 16.1 miles and 24m.
At 16.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.1 mi from Bonne Terre, MO · 12m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.1 miles from Bonne Terre, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bismarck, MO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bismarck, MO if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.52 one way
$5.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.10 | $6.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Bismarck, MO
Evening in Bismarck on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
24m 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 Bonne Terre, MO to Bismarck, MO covers 16.1 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Park Avenue, Benham Street, US 67. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.1 miles from Bonne Terre, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.52 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.
The drive from Bonne Terre, MO to Bismarck, MO is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bonne Terre, MO to Bismarck, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bonne Terre, MO to Bismarck, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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