Origin
Louisiana, MO
Afternoon in Louisiana on Sunday
Local time
4:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Louisiana, MO to St. Louis, MO
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
90.2 mi
145 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 30m
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6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Louisiana, MO
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Louisiana to St. Louis, Missouri, you are looking at a 90.2-mile journey through the heart of the Midwest. Expect the drive to take approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a manageable distance, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting about $13 for fuel should cover your transit costs easily. Since both the origin and destination are located within the same state, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.
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
45.1 miles from Louisiana, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined as a turn-heavy local drive, offering a much different experience than a standard interstate cruise. You will navigate primarily via North 7th Street, Georgia Street, and South 3rd Street rather than relying on high-speed expressways. In fact, the highway share for this route is 0%, emphasizing the local nature of the roads. With the longest stretch being 0 miles on North 7th Street, you should stay alert as the path requires consistent steering adjustments. It is a practical, ground-level way to move between these two Missouri locations.
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.
North 7th Street 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 Louisiana, MO to St. Louis, MO is easy. At 1h 36m 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 Louisiana, MO to St. Louis, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Georgia Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bermuda Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Andy Gammon Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tucker Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Tucker Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Louisiana, MO and St. Louis, MO.
1
Start on Tennessee Street
36 ft
·
7 sec
·
Tennessee Street
2
Turn left onto North 7th Street
295 ft
·
18 sec
·
North 7th Street
3
Turn left onto Georgia Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Georgia Street
4
Turn right onto South 3rd Street
54 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
South 3rd Street
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 East
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 70 East
6
Merge slight left
20 mi
·
25 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward Bermuda Road
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Bermuda Road
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 East: Saint Louis
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 70 East: Saint Louis
9
Merge slight left
6.8 mi
·
9 min
10
Continue on Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
266 ft
·
7 sec
·
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis
13
Continue on North Tucker Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Tucker Boulevard
14
Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
397 ft
·
22 sec
·
South Tucker Boulevard
15
Turn right onto Market Street
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since there are 0 planned stops on this route, you have complete flexibility to set your own pace and departure time. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local streets, it is best to plan your drive during daylight hours to ensure clear visibility of the road ahead. You won't need to worry about extensive rest planning for a trip under two hours, but keep your fuel budget of $13 in mind when filling up before you depart. Pay close attention to your navigation as you transition between North 7th Street and Georgia Street to keep your travel time as close to the 1-hour and 36-minute estimate as possible. Enjoy the simplicity of this direct, non-highway route.
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 45.1 miles from Louisiana, MO, or about 48m 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 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 48m 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 19m
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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, MO
This is one driving day of about 90.2 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Louisiana, 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 45.1 mi from Louisiana, MO · 48m 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 45.1 miles from Louisiana, 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
$13.70 one way
$27.40 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.10 | $30.21 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.03 | $34.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.04 | $40.08 |
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: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.47 | $4.33 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.63 | $5.77 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in St. Louis on Sunday
Local time
4:01 PM
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
8 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
1h 36m 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 Louisiana, MO to St. Louis, MO covers 90.2 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 7th Street, Georgia Street, South 3rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.1 miles from Louisiana, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.70 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 Louisiana, MO to St. Louis, MO is easy. At 1h 36m 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 Louisiana, MO to St. Louis, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Louisiana, MO to St. Louis, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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