Origin
Monett, MO
Afternoon in Monett on Saturday
Local time
3:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monett, MO to Chesterfield, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
242.9 mi
391 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
23 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 38m
★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 58m
3 PM
5h 2m
5 PM
5h 17m
8 PM
4h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monett, MO
Tolga deniz Aran
Chesterfield, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Monett, MO to Chesterfield, MO covers 242.9 miles and takes about 4h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway, US 60, Manchester Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 182.8 miles on Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
121.4 miles from Monett, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway | 182.8 mi | 3h 17m |
| US 60 | 28.5 mi | 42m |
| Manchester Road | 16.8 mi | 24m |
| MO MM | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Clarkson Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Farm Road 2240 | 3 mi | 5m |
| West Cleveland Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Baxter Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway
— 182.8 mi, about 3h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monett, MO and Chesterfield, MO.
1
Start on West Cleveland Avenue
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Cleveland Avenue
2
Continue on US 60 Business
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Farm Road 2240
3
Turn left onto US 60
29 mi
·
42 min
·
US 60
4
Turn left onto MO MM
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
MO MM
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 44 East: Springfield
6
Merge onto I 44
183 mi
·
3 hr 17 min
·
Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 253
Toward I 44 Business, MO 100 East: Gray Summit
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto MO 100
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Manchester Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto MO 340
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Clarkson Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto Baxter Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Baxter Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Wild Horse Creek Road
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Wild Horse Creek Road
12
Turn left onto Santa Maria Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Santa Maria Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Santa Maria Drive
Trip Plan
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 121.4 miles from Monett, MO, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.8 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 53 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.4 miles or 2h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 52m
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 Monett, 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 Monett, MO
This is one driving day of about 242.9 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Monett, 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 Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway for about 182.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 121.4 miles from Monett, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 182.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 33.4 and 237.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
33.4 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
MO MM
Turn left onto MO MM
Navigation decision point
5
37.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
I 44 / Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway
Merge onto I 44 / Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
220.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 44 Business, MO 100 East: Gray Summit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 253
Toward I 44 Business, MO 100 East: Gray Summit
5
220.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 15m in
|
MO 100 / Manchester Road
Turn left onto MO 100 / Manchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
237.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 40m in
|
MO 340 / Clarkson Road
Turn left onto MO 340 / Clarkson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.97 one way
$75.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $41.69 | $83.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $46.74 | $93.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.63 | $107.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
23 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Buc-ee's - Tesla Supercharger
Springfield, MO
Tesla
16 DCFC
The District - Tesla Supercharger
Chesterfield, MO
Tesla
12 DCFC
Macadoodles Fine Wine & Spirits - Tesla Supercharger
Springfield, MO
Tesla
10 DCFC
Casey's - Tesla Supercharger
St. Robert, MO
Tesla
8 DCFC
Bandana's Bar-B-Q - Tesla Supercharger
Rolla, MO
Tesla
8 DCFC
Laura Ford of Sullivan, LLC - DCFC
Sullivan, MO
Blink Network
6 DCFC
Simon St. Louis Premium Outlets (Chesterfield, MO)
Chesterfield, MO
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Lou Fusz Ford - DCFC
Chesterfield, MO
Blink Network
6 DCFC
Tesla: 5
eVgo Network: 4
ChargePoint Network: 4
Blink Network: 4
Electrify America: 3
EV Connect: 2
SYNERGEV: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.9 | 0 | $25.50 | $11.66 |
| Efficient EV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.25 | $9.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.01 | $15.55 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Chesterfield, MO
Afternoon in Chesterfield on Saturday
Local time
3:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Sunny
NW 12 to 16 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
76°F
Waynesville, MO
121 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
3 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
4h 51m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...
3 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 33.5
Caution: BE AWARE OF HIGH-WATER DANGER
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 242.9
View on nps.gov
George Washington Carver National Monument
National Monument
The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a 4h 51m highway drive covering 242.9 miles, with most of the trip on Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway and US 60. The longest continuous stretch is about 182.8 miles on Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway.
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.
Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 182.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway and US 60. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 33.4 miles in near MO MM.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 33.4 miles (MO MM): Navigation decision point; at 37.4 miles (I 44 / Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 220.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 51m. Total distance: 242.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Monett, MO to Chesterfield, MO covers 242.9 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway, US 60, Manchester Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 121.4 miles from Monett, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.97 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 33.4 miles (MO MM): Navigation decision point; at 37.4 miles (I 44 / Congressman Mel Hancock Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 220.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Monett, MO to Chesterfield, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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