Origin
Fredericktown, MO
Morning in Fredericktown on Monday
Local time
8:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fredericktown, MO to St. Louis, MO
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
89 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
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6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Fredericktown to St. Louis covers 89 miles of Missouri terrain, a trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Since this journey is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Midwestern locations. Because the drive is straightforward, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations unless you plan to extend your stay in the city. It is a practical, efficient connection that links the local charm of Fredericktown directly to the urban environment of St. Louis.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
44.5 miles from Fredericktown, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul for this 89-mile trek. You will be navigating through local corridors like Court Square and West Main Street, as the route features zero percent highway travel. Because there is no highway share, the longest uninterrupted stretch on Court Square is effectively zero miles, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The road’s personality is defined by these technical, shifting segments that demand a more hands-on approach than a standard freeway cruise. You will experience a consistent rhythm of turns as you transition from the local streets of Fredericktown toward your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Court Square is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Fredericktown, MO to St. Louis, MO is easy. At 1h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fredericktown, MO to St. Louis, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Court Square | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 67 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 55 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rosa Parks Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MO 30 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gravois Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Court Square
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fredericktown, MO and St. Louis, MO.
1
Start on East Main Street
43 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Court Square
269 ft
·
9 sec
·
Court Square
3
Exit the rotary onto West Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
154 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
5
Exit the roundabout
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
6
Take the ramp right toward US 67 North: Farmington
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 67 North: Farmington
7
Merge slight left
52 mi
·
59 min
8
Keep slight right
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
9
Take the exit straight toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 55 North: Saint Louis
10
Merge slight left
21 mi
·
22 min
11
Continue on Rosa Parks Highway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Rosa Parks Highway
12
Take the exit slight right toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
13
Turn slight right onto Gravois Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Gravois Avenue
14
Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tucker Boulevard
15
Turn right onto Market Street
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 30 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. Since there are zero scheduled stops, you can easily complete the entire 89-mile distance in one sitting without needing to pace yourself for long-haul fatigue. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of this path means your actual travel time might fluctuate slightly based on local traffic patterns within the towns you pass through. It is wise to verify your fuel levels before leaving Fredericktown, as the $13 estimate assumes a steady transit. Use the absence of highway driving to your advantage by enjoying the local pace, but stay alert for frequent turns as you navigate off the main streets.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.5 miles from Fredericktown, MO, or about 45m into the drive.
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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.5 miles or 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 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near St. Louis, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fredericktown, 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 Fredericktown, MO
This is one driving day of about 89 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fredericktown, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.5 mi from Fredericktown, MO · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 44.5 miles from Fredericktown, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around St. Louis, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.52 one way
$27.04 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $14.90 | $29.80 |
| premium | $4.80 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.77 | $39.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.34 | $4.27 |
| Efficient EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.79 | $3.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.46 | $5.70 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
St. Louis, MO
Morning in St. Louis on Monday
Local time
8:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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 30m 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 Fredericktown, MO to St. Louis, MO covers 89 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Court Square, West Main Street, the route. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.5 miles from Fredericktown, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.52 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.
The drive from Fredericktown, MO to St. Louis, MO is easy. At 1h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fredericktown, MO to St. Louis, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fredericktown, MO to St. Louis, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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