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Trip from Florissant, MO to Camdenton, MO

Drive Time

3h 33m

Distance

180.7 mi

291 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

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Downtown Florissant, MO, MO

Florissant, MO

Yaroslav Shuraev

Downtown Camdenton, MO, MO

Camdenton, MO

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a getaway from the St. Louis suburbs to the heart of the Lake of the Ozarks area, this 180.7-mile trek between Florissant and Camdenton is a straightforward Midwest journey. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 33 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal choice for a one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $27, the drive is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. You will primarily utilize I-70, US 54, and the Rosemary Straub Davison Highway to navigate through Missouri. Since the entire route stays within the state, you can anticipate a consistent regional feel as you transition from the suburban sprawl of Florissant to the more relaxed pace of Camdenton.

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

90.4 miles from Florissant, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 95% of the route consisting of major roadways that prioritize efficiency. You will find that the personality of the drive shifts as you transition from the interstate system onto US 54, which accounts for the longest stretch of your journey at 88.1 miles. While the majority of the trip offers a smooth, high-speed experience, the mix of roads ensures you are not just stuck on a single monotonous path for the entire duration. Navigating this stretch requires you to stay alert during the transition between the high-traffic interstate and the secondary highways. Overall, the route feels like a functional, direct corridor designed for getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.

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.
US 54 is the longest continuous segment at about 88.1 miles.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,044 ft 521 ft

Total Climb

1,147 ft

Total Descent

682 ft

Highest Point

1,044 ft

~180.7 mi in

Elevation Range

523 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 54 and I 70. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Washington Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 180.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Washington Street

Turn right onto Washington Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
6
6.9 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City

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

Exit 20A Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
8
7.6 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 West: Kansas City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 20B Toward I 70 West: Kansas City
6
92.2 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in

Take the exit toward US 54: Auxvasse, Mexico, Fulton

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

Exit 148 Toward US 54: Auxvasse, Mexico, Fulton
6
180.7 mi into trip | ~3h 33m in | US 54

At end of road, turn right onto US 54

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Towns Along This Route

Between Florissant, MO and Camdenton, MO, road signs point toward Mexico and Fulton.

Mexico

92.2 mi in | ~1h 51m

Fulton

92.2 mi in | ~1h 51m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 54 88.1 mi 1h 41m
I 70 84.1 mi 1h 38m
Rosemary Straub Davison Highway 3.7 mi 4m
Lindbergh Boulevard 1.7 mi 3m
Washington Street 1 mi 1m
Court Circle SE 0.1 mi <1m
Court Circle SW <0.1 mi <1m
North New Florissant Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 54 — 88.1 mi, about 1h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Florissant, MO and Camdenton, MO.

1

Start on North New Florissant Road

87 ft · 5 sec · North New Florissant Road
2

Turn right onto Washington Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · Washington Street
Use the none lane.
3

Turn left onto US 67

1.7 mi · 3 min · Lindbergh Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Use the right lane.
5

Merge onto I 270

3.7 mi · 4 min · Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
Use the none lane.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 25 sec
Exit 20A Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
7

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 42 sec · this road
Exit 20A-B Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 41 sec
Exit 20B Toward I 70 West: Kansas City Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 70

84 mi · 1 hr 38 min · I 70
Use the none lane.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 148 Toward US 54: Auxvasse, Mexico, Fulton
11

Turn left onto US 54

88 mi · 1 hr 40 min · US 54
Use the none lane.
12

Turn left onto Court Circle SE

147 ft · 4 sec · Court Circle SE
13

Continue on Court Circle SE

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Court Circle SE
14

Continue on Court Circle SW

379 ft · 15 sec · Court Circle SW
15

At end of road, turn right onto US 54

296 ft · 8 sec · US 54
16

Arrive at destination

US 54

Trip Plan

Since this is a manageable drive of under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave early to avoid potential congestion on the interstate segments, though a single well-timed stop is usually sufficient to complete the 180.7-mile trip comfortably. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when you transition onto US 54, as that 88.1-mile stretch is your longest uninterrupted segment without major town exits. Because the route is highway-heavy, it is wise to check local traffic reports for the I-70 portion before you head out. Embracing the pace of this drive allows you to reach Camdenton without feeling rushed, giving you more time to settle into your destination once you arrive.

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 90.4 miles from Florissant, MO, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.1 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 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 90.4 miles or 1h 49m 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 55m

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

Before You Leave

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

+

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 Florissant, MO

This is one driving day of about 180.7 miles and 3h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Florissant, 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 US 54 for about 88.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 90.4 mi from Florissant, MO · 1h 49m into the drive

Downtown Quincy, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Quincy, IL

90 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

Quincy, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Quincy, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 90.4 miles from Florissant, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 54 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.1 miles.

Arriving in Camdenton, MO

The final approach into Camdenton, 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 Camdenton, MO.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gateway Arch National Park

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...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour $19
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.45 one way

$54.89 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $30.26 $60.51
premium $4.80 $34.11 $68.22
diesel $5.64 $40.15 $80.29

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: 63.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 54.2 0 $18.97 $8.67
Efficient EV 45.2 0 $15.81 $7.23
EV Truck/SUV 72.3 0 $25.30 $11.56

Gas CO2

63 kg

EV CO2

21 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 data refreshed 5 hours ago

Origin

Florissant, MO

Afternoon in Florissant on Sunday

Local time

2:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Camdenton, MO

Afternoon in Camdenton on Sunday

Local time

2:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

55°F

Quincy, IL

90 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

30 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 33m 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 Florissant, MO to Camdenton, MO covers 180.7 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 54, I 70, Rosemary Straub Davison 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 90.4 miles from Florissant, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.45 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 180.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Florissant, MO and Camdenton, MO, road signs point toward Mexico and Fulton.

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