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Trip from Jefferson City, MO to Chesterfield, MO

Drive Time

2h 11m

Distance

111.5 mi

179 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

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Downtown Chesterfield, MO, MO

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Jefferson City to Chesterfield covers 111.5 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes. Since the entire journey stays within the Missouri Midwest, you won't experience major regional shifts, making this a straightforward, manageable day trip. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel for the one-way trek. Because of the relatively short duration, there is no need to split this into an overnight journey unless you prefer a slower pace. The route utilizes a combination of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 54, and the Avenue of the Saints to connect these two points. It is a highly practical drive for those looking to reach the Chesterfield area efficiently without the fatigue of a multi-day haul.

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

55.8 miles from Jefferson City, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands more engagement than a standard interstate cruise. While you will spend 27% of your time on highways, the personality of this route is defined by its frequent transitions rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Your longest stretch of sustained highway travel is 61.9 miles along the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which provides a brief period of steady driving. As you progress, the road shifts away from the initial highway segments into more technical, winding local sections. You should be prepared to stay alert, as the changing road conditions require constant attention compared to a straight-line highway trek.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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 61.9 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

893 ft 472 ft

Total Climb

283 ft

Total Descent

443 ft

Highest Point

893 ft

~71.7 mi in

Elevation Range

420 ft

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 early in the drive near Jefferson Street.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 111.5 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: near the start (Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.6 miles (US 40): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Jefferson Street

Turn right onto Jefferson Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.7 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward US 54 East, US 63 North: Fulton, Columbia

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 54 East, US 63 North: Fulton, Columbi...
6
92.6 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | US 40

Take the exit onto US 40 toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South: Chesterfield

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

Exit 210A Toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South: Ches...
7
109.5 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in

Take the exit toward Boone's Crossing

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 17 Toward Boone's Crossing
6
109.8 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in | Chesterfield Airport Road

Turn left onto Chesterfield Airport Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 61.9 mi 1h 11m
US 54 29.6 mi 32m
Avenue of the Saints 16.6 mi 19m
Chesterfield Airport Road 1.2 mi 2m
West McCarty Street 0.6 mi 1m
US 40 0.3 mi <1m
Baxter Road 0.3 mi <1m
Old Chesterfield Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 61.9 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson City, MO and Chesterfield, MO.

1

Start on East Wall Way

155 ft · 13 sec · East Wall Way
2

Turn right onto Jefferson Street

251 ft · 14 sec · Jefferson Street
3

Turn right onto West McCarty Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West McCarty Street
4

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward US 54 East, US 63 North: Fulton, Columbia
5

Merge onto US 54; US 63

30 mi · 32 min · US 54; US 63
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
7

Merge onto I 70; US 40

62 mi · 1 hr 11 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
8

Take the exit onto US 40

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 40
Exit 210A Toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South: Chesterfield
9

Merge onto I 64; US 40; US 61

17 mi · 19 min · Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 17 Toward Boone's Crossing Use the slight right lane.
11

Turn right onto Boone's Crossing

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Boone's Crossing
Use the right lane.
12

Turn left onto Chesterfield Airport Road

1.2 mi · 2 min · Chesterfield Airport Road
Use the none lane.
13

Turn slight right

212 ft · 7 sec
Toward Baxter Road Use the right lane.
14

Turn slight right onto Baxter Road

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Baxter Road
Use the right lane.
15

Turn left onto Old Chesterfield Road

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Old Chesterfield Road
16

Turn right onto Santa Maria Drive

107 ft · 4 sec · Santa Maria Drive
17

Arrive at destination

Santa Maria Drive

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have maximum flexibility in your departure schedule. To avoid potential traffic congestion as you approach the Chesterfield area, try to time your departure to miss peak morning or evening commute hours. Because the drive is only 111.5 miles, you can easily complete it in one sitting without needing to plan for extended rest breaks. Keep in mind that with $17 in estimated fuel costs, you may want to fill your tank in Jefferson City before hitting the road to ensure you don't have to worry about stops along the way. Your best strategy is to embrace the convenience of this quick connection by keeping your itinerary fluid and ready for an easy arrival.

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 55.8 miles from Jefferson City, MO, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.9 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 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 55.8 miles or 1h 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 1h 44m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Jefferson City, 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 Jefferson City, MO

This is one driving day of about 111.5 miles and 2h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jefferson City, 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.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 61.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 55.8 mi from Jefferson City, MO · 1h 3m into the drive

Downtown Alton, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alton, IL

56 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

Alton, 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 55.8 miles from Jefferson City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.9 miles.

Arriving in Chesterfield, MO

The final approach into Chesterfield, 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 Chesterfield, 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...

21 mi from route ~53 min detour $19 near mile 111.5
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.94 one way

$33.87 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $18.67 $37.34
premium $4.80 $21.05 $42.10
diesel $5.64 $24.77 $49.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 33.4 0 $11.71 $5.35
Efficient EV 27.9 0 $9.76 $4.46
EV Truck/SUV 44.6 0 $15.61 $7.14

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 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 2 hours ago

Origin

Jefferson City, MO

Afternoon in Jefferson City on Sunday

Local time

1:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Rain Showers Likely

S 12 to 16 mph 62% chance Live forecast

Destination

Chesterfield, MO

Afternoon in Chesterfield on Sunday

Local time

1:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers

S 13 to 17 mph 28% chance 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

4 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

2h 11m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Jefferson City, MO to Chesterfield, MO covers 111.5 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 54, Avenue of the Saints. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.8 miles from Jefferson City, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.94 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 111.5 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: near the start (Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.6 miles (US 40): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Jefferson City, MO to Chesterfield, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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