Origin
Brentwood, MO
Late night in Brentwood on Saturday
Local time
1:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brentwood, MO to Chesterfield, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
14.2 mi
23 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brentwood, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Chesterfield, MO
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Trip Overview
Brentwood, MO to Chesterfield, MO is 14.2 miles and takes about 20 minutes via Avenue of the Saints, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Missouri. Expect a local drive feel, making it an easy, straightforward journey. Given its brevity, it's perfect for a quick errand or a transition between nearby areas without a significant time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 14.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating through city streets and making frequent turns rather than cruising on a highway. With only 25% highway share, most of your time will be spent on local roads like Avenue of the Saints and South Brentwood Boulevard. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.3 miles on Avenue of the Saints, offering a brief period of consistent driving before the turns resume. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires your attention to navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Avenue of the Saints is the longest continuous segment at about 8.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 14.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles (I 64; US 40 / Daniel Boone Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
7
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 64 West, US 40 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 64; US 40 / Daniel Boone Expressway
Merge onto I 64; US 40 / Daniel Boone Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
12.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward Chesterfield Parkway West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19A
Toward Chesterfield Parkway West
5
14.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Santa Maria Drive
Turn left onto Santa Maria Drive
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 Brentwood, MO to Chesterfield, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterfield Parkway West along the way.
Chesterfield Parkway West
12.9 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| Daniel Boone Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| South Brentwood Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Outer 40 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Old Chesterfield Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Chesterfield Parkway West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Litzsinger Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Wild Horse Creek Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 8.3 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brentwood, MO and Chesterfield, MO.
1
Start on this road
68 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
59 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto Litzsinger Road
300 ft
·
12 sec
·
Litzsinger Road
4
Turn left onto South Brentwood Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Brentwood Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 64; US 40
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Daniel Boone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on I 64; US 40; US 61
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
381 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 19A
Toward Chesterfield Parkway West
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto North Outer 40
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Outer 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Turn left onto Chesterfield Parkway West
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Chesterfield Parkway West
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
12
Turn straight onto Wild Horse Creek Road
158 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wild Horse Creek Road
13
Turn right onto Old Chesterfield Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Chesterfield Road
14
Turn left onto Santa Maria Drive
107 ft
·
4 sec
·
Santa Maria Drive
15
Arrive at destination
Santa Maria Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.22 one way
$4.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.44 | $4.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.73 | $5.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Chesterfield, MO
Late night in Chesterfield on Saturday
Local time
1:46 AM
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
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
20m 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 Brentwood, MO to Chesterfield, MO covers 14.2 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue of the Saints, Daniel Boone Expressway, South Brentwood Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.1 miles from Brentwood, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.22 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 14.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles (I 64; US 40 / Daniel Boone Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brentwood, MO to Chesterfield, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterfield Parkway West along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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