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Trip from Desloge, MO to St. Louis, MO

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 16m

Distance

63.4 mi

102 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min
4 AM
1h 11m ★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m

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

Downtown Desloge, MO, MO

Desloge, MO

Mikhail Nilov

Trip Overview

This straightforward 63.4-mile drive from Desloge, MO, to St. Louis, MO, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 16 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on US 67 and I 55, with a short segment on Rosa Parks Highway, keeping you on well-maintained roads for most of the journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a quick excursion within the Midwest. The highway-focused profile means you'll be covering ground efficiently without needing to break it up into an overnight stay. This route offers a practical way to get from one point in Missouri to another with minimal fuss.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 63.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for 74% of this 63.4-mile drive. Your journey will largely consist of straightforward travel on major roads like US 67 and I 55. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.6 miles on US 67, allowing for a good period of consistent driving. While not a winding scenic byway, this route prioritizes directness, getting you to your destination efficiently. The road character remains consistent, offering a predictable and functional driving experience.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 67 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 67 and I 55. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 67 Business; MO 8 / North Desloge Drive.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 63.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 (US 67 Business; MO 8 / North Desloge Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27.9 miles (US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 67 Business; MO 8 / North Desloge Drive

Turn left onto US 67 Business; MO 8 / North Desloge Drive

Navigation decision point

5
1.5 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward US 67 North: Saint Louis

Navigation decision point

Toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
4
27.9 mi into trip | ~33m in | US 67

Keep slight right at fork onto US 67

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
28.3 mi into trip | ~33m in

Take the exit toward I 55 North: Saint Louis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
7
61.6 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in

Take the exit toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 207A Toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 67 26.6 mi 30m
I 55 20.5 mi 22m
Rosa Parks Highway 12.5 mi 15m
North Desloge Drive 1.5 mi 2m
South Tucker Boulevard 1.3 mi 3m
Gravois Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Chestnut Street <0.1 mi <1m
Market Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 67 — 26.6 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Desloge, MO and St. Louis, MO.

1

Start on Chestnut Street

262 ft · 17 sec · Chestnut Street
2

Turn left onto US 67 Business; MO 8

1.5 mi · 2 min · North Desloge Drive
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
4

Merge onto US 67

26 mi · 30 min · US 67
5

Keep slight right at fork onto US 67

0.3 mi · 27 sec · US 67
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
7

Merge onto I 55

21 mi · 22 min · I 55
8

Continue on I 55

12 mi · 15 min · Rosa Parks Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 207A Toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue Use the slight right lane.
10

Turn slight right onto Gravois Avenue

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Gravois Avenue
11

Continue on South Tucker Boulevard

1.3 mi · 3 min · South Tucker Boulevard
12

Turn right onto Market Street

86 ft · 2 sec · Market Street
13

Arrive at destination

Market Street

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 31.7 mi from Desloge, MO · 37m into the drive

census-designated place in Missouri, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Imperial, MO

32 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.

Popular next leg

Imperial, MO to St. Louis, MO

22.7 mi · 30m

Pacing Suggestions

De Soto, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Crystal City, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Desloge, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in St. Louis, MO

The final approach into St. Louis, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.41 one way

$18.83 round trip

$3.77/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $10.62 $21.23
premium $4.65 $11.62 $23.23
diesel $5.30 $13.24 $26.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19 0 $6.66 $3.04
Efficient EV 15.9 0 $5.55 $2.54
EV Truck/SUV 25.4 0 $8.88 $4.06

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (68% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Desloge, MO

Afternoon in Desloge on Friday

Local time

4:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

St. Louis, MO

Afternoon in St. Louis on Friday

Local time

4:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

57°F

Imperial, MO

32 mi in

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

8 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

1h 16m 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 Desloge, MO to St. Louis, MO covers 63.4 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 67, I 55, Rosa Parks Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 31.7 miles from Desloge, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.41 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 63.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 (US 67 Business; MO 8 / North Desloge Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27.9 miles (US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

The route from Desloge, MO to St. Louis, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Gateway Arch National Park and Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park.

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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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