Origin
Claycomo, MO
Afternoon in Claycomo on Sunday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Claycomo, MO to Saint Peters, MO
Drive Time
4h 15m
Distance
224.8 mi
362 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
Claycomo, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Saint Peters, MO
Aleksandra Żmuda
Trip Overview
Connecting Claycomo to Saint Peters, this 224.8-mile journey across Missouri takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes of drive time. Because it is a manageable distance, you can easily complete the trip in a single day, making an overnight stay unnecessary unless you prefer a slower pace. Budgeting roughly $34 for fuel should cover your transit across the Midwest. You will primarily navigate via the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, and I-435. It is a straightforward trip, though the turn-heavy local segments mean you should stay alert behind the wheel.
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
112.4 miles from Claycomo, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by a mix of high-speed interstate travel and more technical local maneuvering. While 4 major highways make up the bulk of your path, the route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a simple straight shot. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 147.1 miles. This transition from major transit corridors to local roads keeps the driving experience dynamic and requires your full attention. By the time you reach Saint Peters, you will have navigated a variety of road types that keep the journey engaging.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 147.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in near US 24.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 224.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (US 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
9.7 mi into trip
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~11m in
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US 24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24 toward I 70, US 24 West, US 40: Saint Louis, Kansas City, Sports Complex
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 63
Toward I 70, US 24 West, US 40: Saint Louis, Ka...
7
10 mi into trip
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~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
7
11.2 mi into trip
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~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
7
224.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 14m in
Take the exit toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 222A
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
8
224.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 147.1 mi | 2h 48m |
| U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway | 54.4 mi | 58m |
| I 435 | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| George Brett Super Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 147.1 mi, about 2h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Claycomo, MO and Saint Peters, MO.
1
Start on US 69
221 ft
·
12 sec
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Lewis & Clark Trail
2
Continue on US 69
487 ft
·
22 sec
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Lewis & Clark Trail
3
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 435 South: Saint Louis
4
Merge onto I 435
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
I 435
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 24
Exit 63
Toward I 70, US 24 West, US 40: Saint Louis, Kansas City, Sports Complex
6
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
469 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto I 70
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
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George Brett Super Highway
9
Continue on I 70
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
10
Continue on I 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 70
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
12
Continue on I 70
53 mi
·
56 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
13
Continue on I 70; US 40
32 mi
·
34 min
·
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
22 mi
·
24 min
·
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
15
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
16
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
17
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
18
Continue on I 70; US 40
93 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 222A
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
205 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Use the slight left lane.
21
Turn straight onto Mid Rivers Mall Drive
198 ft
·
5 sec
·
Mid Rivers Mall Drive
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
Use the slight left lane.
23
Merge onto I 70
479 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 70
24
Arrive at destination
I 70
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 15-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since this is a turn-heavy route, departing early in the day allows you to navigate the more complex local sections while visibility is at its best. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $34 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and current local prices. Because the drive is short enough for a single day, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on peak traffic patterns. Prioritize staying hydrated and alert during the long 147.1-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway to ensure you arrive in Saint Peters feeling ready for your destination.
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 112.4 miles from Claycomo, MO, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.1 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.4 miles or 2h 3m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Peters, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Claycomo, 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 Claycomo, MO
This is one driving day of about 224.8 miles and 4h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Claycomo, 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 147.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112.4 mi from Claycomo, MO · 2h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.4 miles from Claycomo, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 147.1 miles.
Arriving in Saint Peters, MO
The final approach into Saint Peters, 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 Saint Peters, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.14 one way
$68.29 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $37.64 | $75.28 |
| premium | $4.80 | $42.44 | $84.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $49.94 | $99.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.4 | 0 | $23.60 | $10.79 |
| Efficient EV | 56.2 | 0 | $19.67 | $8.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.9 | 1 | $31.47 | $14.39 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 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
Saint Peters, MO
Afternoon in Saint Peters on Sunday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Quincy, IL
112 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 15m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Claycomo, MO to Saint Peters, MO covers 224.8 miles and takes about 4h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, I 435. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 112.4 miles from Claycomo, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.14 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 224.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (US 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Claycomo, MO to Saint Peters, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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