Origin
O'Fallon, MO
Evening in O'Fallon on Thursday
Local time
6:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from O'Fallon, MO to Riverview, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
41m
Distance
30.1 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
O'Fallon, MO
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Riverview, MO
Boris Hamer
Trip Overview
This 30.1-mile drive from O'Fallon, MO to Riverview, MO is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 41 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, it's an economical choice for a quick journey within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes major interstates, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Missouri locations. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so if you're looking for a quick, no-fuss trip, this is a solid option.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 30.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-dominated experience on this route, with 84% of the drive taking place on interstates like I-70 and I-270. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 13.5 miles on I-70, offering a consistent, high-speed experience for a significant portion of the trip. While primarily interstate, the inclusion of Chambers Road suggests a brief transition to more local thoroughfares as you approach your destination. This profile means you'll be navigating faster speeds for the majority of your journey, with a slight shift in character closer to Riverview.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 270. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 30.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
15.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
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 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
7
15.2 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
8
16 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
8
27 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward MO 367 South, MO 367 North: Saint Louis
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 31A
Toward MO 367 South, MO 367 North: Saint Louis
9
27 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MO 367 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 31A
Toward MO 367 South: Saint Louis
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from O'Fallon, MO to Riverview, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
15.1 mi in
|
~20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 13.5 mi | 16m |
| I 270 | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| Chambers Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Lewis and Clark Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Drennen Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Diamond Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 13.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between O'Fallon, MO and Riverview, MO.
1
Start on this road
25 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto Drennen Parkway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Drennen Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
438 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
5
Merge onto I 70
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
8
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Exit 232
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 270
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
473 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 31A
Toward MO 367 South, MO 367 North: Saint Louis
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 31A
Toward MO 367 South: Saint Louis
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto MO 367
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewis and Clark Boulevard
14
Turn straight
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
15
Turn left onto Chambers Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Chambers Road
16
Turn right onto Diamond Drive
133 ft
·
8 sec
·
Diamond Drive
17
Turn right
140 ft
·
10 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.71 one way
$9.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.79 | $11.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.65 | $13.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Riverview, MO
Evening in Riverview on Thursday
Local time
6:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
41m 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 O'Fallon, MO to Riverview, MO covers 30.1 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, I 270, Chambers 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 15 miles from O'Fallon, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.71 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 30.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from O'Fallon, MO to Riverview, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
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