Origin
Chesterfield, MO
Afternoon in Chesterfield on Saturday
Local time
12:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesterfield, MO to Monett, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
242.9 mi
391 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 38m
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6 AM
4h 51m
8 AM
5h 18m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 58m
3 PM
5h 2m
5 PM
5h 17m
8 PM
4h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chesterfield, MO
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Monett, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Chesterfield, MO to Monett, MO covers 242.9 miles and takes about 4h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 44, US 60, Manchester Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 182.8 miles on I 44. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.97 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
121.4 miles from Chesterfield, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 44 | 182.8 mi | 3h 17m |
| US 60 | 27.3 mi | 40m |
| Manchester Road | 16.8 mi | 24m |
| MO B | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Clarkson Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Farm Road 2240 | 3 mi | 5m |
| East Cleveland Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Baxter Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 182.8 mi, about 3h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, MO and Monett, 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
183 mi
·
3 hr 17 min
·
I 44; US 50
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 70
Toward MO MM, MO B
9
Turn left onto MO B; MO MM
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
MO B; MO MM
10
Continue on this road
314 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
11
Turn straight onto US 60; MO 413
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
US 60; MO 413
12
Continue on US 60; MO 14; MO 413
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Elm Street
13
Continue on US 60; MO 413
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 60; MO 413
14
Continue on US 60; MO 265
13 mi
·
19 min
·
US 60; MO 265
15
Turn right onto US 60 Business
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Farm Road 2240
16
Continue on US 60 Business
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Cleveland Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
West Cleveland Avenue
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 121.4 miles from Chesterfield, MO, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.8 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 53 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.4 miles or 2h 22m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monett, 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 242.9 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 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 182.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 121.4 miles from Chesterfield, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 182.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 205.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Baxter Road
Turn left onto Baxter 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
205.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 53m in
Take the exit toward MO MM, MO B
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 70
Toward MO MM, MO B
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.97 one way
$75.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $41.69 | $83.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $46.74 | $93.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.63 | $107.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.9 | 0 | $25.50 | $11.66 |
| Efficient EV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.25 | $9.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.01 | $15.55 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Monett, MO
Afternoon in Monett on Saturday
Local time
12:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
N 16 mph
88% chance
Live forecast
76°F
Waynesville, MO
121 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
13 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
4h 51m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...
3 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 209.4
Caution: BE AWARE OF HIGH-WATER DANGER
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
George Washington Carver National Monument
National Monument
The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 242.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
242.9 mi in 4h 51m, mostly highway — 182.8 mi of that is on I 44.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 182.8 mi on I 44.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and US 60. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Wild Horse Creek Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Wild Horse Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Baxter Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Chesterfield, MO to Monett, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo B along the way.
Mo B
205.4 mi in
|
~3h 53m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 51m. Total distance: 242.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 182.8 miles on I 44. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Wild Horse Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Baxter Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, Gateway Arch National Park and George Washington Carver National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Monett, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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