Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
238.1 mi
383 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
The drive from O'Fallon, MO to Cameron, MO covers 238.1 miles and takes about 4h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 70, MO 13, Northeast Highway 69 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 168 miles on I 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.16 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
119 miles from O'Fallon, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
This is a 4h 47m highway drive covering 238.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and MO 13. The longest continuous stretch is about 168 miles on I 70.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,096 ft
Total Descent
626 ft
Highest Point
1,015 ft
~228.2 mi in
Elevation Range
469 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and MO 13. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 47m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (South Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.7 miles (West Terra Lane): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left toward I 70 East
Lane positioning matters here
Turn sharp left onto South Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn left onto West Terra Lane
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MO 13: Higginsville, Warrensburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from O'Fallon, MO to Cameron, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Warrensburg along the way.
Warrensburg
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 168 mi | 3h 10m |
| MO 13 | 45.1 mi | 1h 1m |
| Northeast Highway 69 | 13.1 mi | 17m |
| West Elm Street | 10.5 mi | 13m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East 2nd Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Terra Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between O'Fallon, MO and Cameron, MO.
Start on this road
Turn left onto South Main Street
Turn left
Turn sharp left onto South Main Street
Turn left onto West Terra Lane
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Turn right onto MO 13
Turn left onto MO 116
Enter roundabout onto US 69
Continue on US 69
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119 miles or 2h 16m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cameron, MO than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving O'Fallon, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 O'Fallon, MO
This is one driving day of about 238.1 miles and 4h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 119 mi from O'Fallon, MO · 2h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
119 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 119 miles from O'Fallon, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 168 miles.
The final approach into Cameron, 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 Cameron, MO.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$36.16 one way
$72.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $39.87 | $79.74 |
| premium | $4.80 | $44.95 | $89.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $52.90 | $105.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.4 | 0 | $25.00 | $11.43 |
| Efficient EV | 59.5 | 0 | $20.83 | $9.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.2 | 1 | $33.33 | $15.24 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in O'Fallon on Saturday
Local time
4:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Cameron on Saturday
Local time
4:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
49°F
Kansas City, MO
119 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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