Drive Time
4h 28m
Distance
232.3 mi
374 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
Photo: Valeria Boltneva
The drive from Saint Charles, MO to Claycomo, MO covers 232.3 miles and takes about 4h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on First Capitol Drive, I 70 West, Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.49 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
116.2 miles from Saint Charles, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 28m drive with frequent turns across 232.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 28m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Saint Charles, MO to Claycomo, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| First Capitol Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clifton J | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| George Brett Super Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 435 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I435 N | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Charles, MO and Claycomo, MO.
Start on North Second Street
Turn right onto First Capitol Drive
Turn left onto First Capitol Drive
Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 West
Merge slight left
Continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Continue on Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
Continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Continue on George Brett Super Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 435 North, US 24 East: Des Moines
Merge slight left onto Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
Continue on I435 N
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward US 69: Claycomo
Turn left onto Lewis & Clark Trail
Continue on Lewis & Clark Trail
Arrive at your 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 116.2 miles or 2h 14m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Claycomo, MO than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Saint Charles, 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 Saint Charles, MO
This is one driving day of about 232.3 miles and 4h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116.2 mi from Saint Charles, MO · 2h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 116.2 miles from Saint Charles, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Claycomo, 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 Claycomo, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$34.49 one way
$68.98 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $38.90 | $77.79 |
| premium | $4.65 | $42.56 | $85.13 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $48.51 | $97.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.7 | 0 | $24.39 | $11.15 |
| Efficient EV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.33 | $9.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.9 | 1 | $32.52 | $14.87 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Saint Charles on Saturday
Local time
1:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Destination
Afternoon in Claycomo on Saturday
Local time
1:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Along the Route
55°F
Quincy, IL
116 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
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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