Origin
Monroe City, MO
Morning in Monroe City on Thursday
Local time
11:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monroe City, MO to O'Fallon, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
97.2 mi
156 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monroe City, MO
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O'Fallon, MO
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Trip Overview
Connecting Monroe City to O'Fallon is a straightforward 97.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes. You will primarily navigate via 5th Street, US 24 East, and the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway as you transition through the Missouri Midwest. Given the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Budgeting approximately $15 for fuel should comfortably cover the drive. It is a practical, direct transit option that avoids the need for complex planning, allowing you to focus on a quick and efficient arrival at your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.6 miles from Monroe City, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 97.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend your entire time navigating local roads that demand your full attention. The route lacks long, uninterrupted highway stretches, meaning you should prepare for a more engaged driving experience. As you move between the two points, the road profile remains consistent in its local character. You will find yourself navigating smaller segments rather than settling into a high-speed rhythm, making the 97.2-mile distance feel like a series of connected local passages.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
5th 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Monroe City, MO to O'Fallon, MO is easy. At 1h 39m 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 Monroe City, MO to O'Fallon, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 5th Street | — | — |
| US 24 East | — | — |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | — | — |
| V | — | — |
| Veterans Road | — | — |
| County Road 422 | — | — |
| Paris Gravel Road | — | — |
| Avenue of the Saints | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
5th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe City, MO and O'Fallon, MO.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto 5th Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Street
3
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
4
Take the ramp right toward US 24 East, US 36 East, MO 110 East: Hannibal
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 24 East, US 36 East, MO 110 East: Hannibal
5
Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
6
Continue on V.F.W. Memorial Highway
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
V.F.W. Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward Veterans Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Veterans Road
8
Turn right onto Veterans Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Road
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 422
279 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Road 422
10
Continue on Paris Gravel Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Paris Gravel Road
11
Take the ramp right
121 ft
·
3 sec
12
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
74 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
13
Take the exit slight left toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 70 East: Saint Louis
14
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
15
Take the exit slight right toward MO K: O'Fallon
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
MO K: O'Fallon
16
Turn straight onto Drennen Parkway
151 ft
·
3 sec
·
Drennen Parkway
17
Keep slight right to continue on Drennen Parkway
167 ft
·
6 sec
·
Drennen Parkway
18
Turn slight left onto MO K: O'Fallon
62 ft
·
3 sec
·
MO K: O'Fallon
19
Continue on South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
20
Turn right
26 ft
·
2 sec
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a shorter drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best suits your schedule without worrying about mid-trip lodging. Since there are no formal stops listed, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, as the $15 fuel cost estimate assumes consistent travel. Keep a close eye on your navigation, especially when transitioning between 5th Street and US 24 East, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires frequent adjustments. Use the lack of mandatory stops to your advantage by planning your own breaks along the local roads whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs.
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 48.6 miles from Monroe City, MO, or about 49m 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 21 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.6 miles or 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 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near O'Fallon, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Monroe City, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Monroe City, MO
This is one driving day of about 97.2 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Monroe City, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.6 mi from Monroe City, MO · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.6 miles from Monroe City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in O'Fallon, MO
The final approach into O'Fallon, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.20 one way
$30.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.68 | $33.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.71 | $37.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.46 | $42.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.21 | $4.67 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.50 | $3.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
O'Fallon, MO
Morning in O'Fallon on Thursday
Local time
11:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Bowling Green, MO
49 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
13 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 39m 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 Monroe City, MO to O'Fallon, MO covers 97.2 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 5th Street, US 24 East, Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.6 miles from Monroe City, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.20 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 Monroe City, MO to O'Fallon, MO is easy. At 1h 39m 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 Monroe City, MO to O'Fallon, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Monroe City, MO to O'Fallon, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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