Trip from Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 44, Manchester Road, Clarkson Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 87.5 miles from Chesterfield, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Q: How many breaks should I plan?

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO?

The route from Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 23m

Distance

174.9 mi

282 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

14 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 11m ★

6 AM

3h 24m

8 AM

3h 48m

10 AM

3h 32m

12 PM

3h 30m

3 PM

3h 33m

5 PM

3h 47m

8 PM

3h 16m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO covers 174.9 miles and takes about 3h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 44, Manchester Road, Clarkson Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 150.1 miles on I 44. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.34 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

87.5 miles from Chesterfield, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 174.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 23m highway drive covering 174.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 44 and Manchester Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 150.1 miles on I 44.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 150.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and Manchester Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Wild Horse Creek Road.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO is easy. At 3h 23m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Wild Horse Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.6 miles (I 44; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

5

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Wild Horse Creek Road

At end of road, turn right onto Wild Horse Creek Road

Navigation decision point

5

22.4 mi into trip | ~35m in

Take the exit toward I 44 West, US 50 West: St. Clair

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

Toward I 44 West, US 50 West: St. Clair

5

22.6 mi into trip | ~35m in | I 44; US 50

Merge onto I 44; US 50

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

Use the straight lane.

6

172.9 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in | MO CC

Enter roundabout onto MO CC

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6

173.1 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in | North Marshall Road

Enter roundabout onto North Marshall Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 44	150.1 mi	2h 41m
Manchester Road	16.8 mi	24m
Clarkson Road	3.6 mi	6m
Baxter Road	1.6 mi	2m
North Marshall Street	1.4 mi	4m
North Marshall Road	0.4 mi	<1m
Santa Maria Drive	0.3 mi	1m
MO CC	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 44 — 150.1 mi, about 2h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, MO and Marshfield, MO.

1

Start on Santa Maria Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Santa Maria Drive

2

At end of road, turn right onto Wild Horse Creek Road

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Wild Horse Creek Road

3

Turn left onto Baxter Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Baxter Road

4

Turn right onto MO 340

3.6 mi · 6 min · Clarkson Road

5

Turn right onto MO 100

17 mi · 24 min · Manchester Road

6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec

Toward I 44 West, US 50 West: St. Clair

7

Merge onto I 44; US 50

150 mi · 2 hr 41 min · I 44; US 50

Use the straight lane.

8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec

9

Enter roundabout onto MO CC

416 ft · 8 sec · MO CC

10

Continue on MO CC

486 ft · 9 sec · MO CC

11

Enter roundabout onto North Marshall Road

119 ft · 2 sec · North Marshall Road

12

Continue on North Marshall Road

0.3 mi · 49 sec · North Marshall Road

13

Continue on North Marshall Street

1.4 mi · 4 min · North Marshall Street

14

At end of road, turn right onto West Jefferson Street

166 ft · 12 sec · West Jefferson Street

15

Turn left onto North Clay Street

150 ft · 6 sec · North Clay Street

16

Arrive at destination

North Clay Street

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 87.5 miles from Chesterfield, MO, or about 1h 45m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.1 miles.

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 38 miles or 52m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 87.5 miles or 1h 45m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marshfield, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Chesterfield, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Chesterfield, MO

This is one driving day of about 174.9 miles and 3h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Chesterfield, MO.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 44 for about 150.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 87.5 mi from Chesterfield, MO · 1h 45m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington, MO

87 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Washington, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cuba, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 87.5 miles from Chesterfield, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150.1 miles.

Arriving in Marshfield, MO

The final approach into Marshfield, 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 Marshfield, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

TK's Pizza

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

St Robert, Missouri

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15733363278

Visit website

TK's Pizza

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

St Robert, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15733363278

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 50

Sullivan, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15738608880

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 50

Sullivan, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 174.9

Marshfield, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 112.5

St Robert, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 174.9

Marshfield, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 87.5

Rolla, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 149.9

Lebanon, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 87.5

Rolla, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gateway Arch National Park

National Park

Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...

21 mi from route ~53 min detour $19

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.34 one way

$54.69 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 61 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$30.02	$60.04
premium	$4.89	$33.66	$67.32
diesel	$5.61	$38.62	$77.23

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

14 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Blink Charging Station

Marshfield, Missouri

Blink

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

St Robert, Missouri

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Rolla, Missouri

Tesla

1 DCFC

Flying J EV Charging Station

Sullivan, Missouri

Other

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Lebanon, Missouri

Electrify America

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Sullivan, Missouri

Electrify America

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Marshfield, Missouri

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Tesla Destination Charger

Richland, Missouri

Tesla Destination

1 DCFC

Blink: 6 Tesla: 2 Electrify America: 2 EV Connect: 2 Other: 1 Tesla Destination: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	52.5	$18.36	$8.40
Efficient EV	43.7	$15.30	$7.00
EV Truck/SUV	70	$24.49	$11.19

Gas CO2

61 kg

EV CO2

20 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Chesterfield, MO

Evening in Chesterfield on Thursday

Local time

6:59 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Marshfield, MO

Evening in Marshfield on Thursday

Local time

6:59 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Washington, MO

87 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

Same local time

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

Temperature spread

1 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

3h 23m 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 Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO covers 174.9 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 44, Manchester Road, Clarkson 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 87.5 miles from Chesterfield, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The drive from Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO is easy. At 3h 23m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Wild Horse Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.6 miles (I 44; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Chesterfield, MO to Marshfield, MO

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Marshfield, MO

Nearby Places

TK's Pizza

TK's Pizza

Flying J EV Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

EV Connect Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

National Parks Near This Route

Gateway Arch National Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Chesterfield, MO

Marshfield, MO

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 23m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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