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Trip from Saint Peters, MO to Oakville, MO

Drive Time

49m

Distance

37.8 mi

61 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 45m ★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Saint Peters, MO, MO

Saint Peters, MO

Aleksandra Żmuda

Trip Overview

Connecting Saint Peters to Oakville, this 37.7-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Missouri landscape. You can expect to spend about 40 minutes on the road, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is an incredibly cost-effective route that fits easily into a busy schedule. You will primarily navigate via MO 79, I-70 East, and I-270 to complete the transit. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Midwest, the drive maintains a consistent regional feel throughout the transition. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B without requiring an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

18.9 miles from Saint Peters, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .

Drive Character

Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route requires active attention as you transition between the various highways and local road segments. While the journey is relatively short, the technical nature of the turns means you will be frequently adjusting your speed and lane position. You will not find long, uninterrupted stretches of highway here, as the drive is designed for quick maneuvering through the local road network. Staying alert is key, as the character of the road shifts continuously as you navigate toward your destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 270 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.6 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

618 ft 443 ft

Total Climb

599 ft

Total Descent

445 ft

Highest Point

618 ft

~20.5 mi in

Elevation Range

175 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 270 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 37.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
1.2 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the exit toward MO 79: Elsberry, Louisiana

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 220 Toward MO 79: Elsberry, Louisiana
6
1.3 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward MO 79

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward MO 79
8
13.6 mi into trip | ~17m 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
13.8 mi into trip | ~17m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 South: Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 270 South: Memphis
7
35.7 mi into trip | ~44m in

Take the exit toward MO 231: Telegraph Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2 Toward MO 231: Telegraph Road

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Saint Peters, MO to Oakville, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.

Memphis

13.6 mi in | ~17m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 270 19.6 mi 24m
I 70 13 mi 16m
I 255 1.8 mi 2m
Telegraph Road 1.6 mi 3m
MO 79 0.1 mi <1m
Cliff Cave Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 270 — 19.6 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saint Peters, MO and Oakville, MO.

1

Start on I 70

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 70
2

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Exit 220 Toward MO 79: Elsberry, Louisiana Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3

Keep slight left at fork

384 ft · 14 sec
Toward MO 79
4

Turn left onto MO 79

0.1 mi · 11 sec · MO 79
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 70 East Use the right lane.
6

Merge onto I 70

12 mi · 14 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 12 sec
Exit 232 Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis Use the slight right lane.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 270 South: Memphis Use the slight right lane.
9

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 10 sec · this road
Exit 232 Toward I 270 South: Memphis
10

Merge onto I 270

20 mi · 24 min · I 270
Use the straight lane.
11

Continue on I 255

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 255
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 2 Toward MO 231: Telegraph Road Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn right onto MO 231

1.6 mi · 3 min · Telegraph Road
14

Turn left onto Cliff Cave Road

292 ft · 15 sec · Cliff Cave Road
15

Turn right

130 ft · 11 sec
16

Turn right

120 ft · 8 sec
17

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 40-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the turn-heavy nature of the route, it is wise to check local traffic conditions before you head out to ensure a smooth transit. There are no planned stops required for a trip of this length, allowing you to complete the 37.7-mile distance in one efficient push. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind, but remember that local traffic volume can influence your actual consumption. A specific tip for this drive is to keep your GPS active and ready for frequent navigation changes, as the combination of MO 79, I-70, and I-270 requires precise timing to stay on the optimal path.

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 18.9 miles from Saint Peters, MO, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.6 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 37.8 miles or 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 18.9 miles or 23m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 40m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakville, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Saint Peters, 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 Saint Peters, MO

This is one driving day of about 37.8 miles and 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Saint Peters, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 270 for about 19.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18.9 mi from Saint Peters, MO · 23m into the drive

Downtown East Saint Louis, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

East Saint Louis, IL

19 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

Cahokia, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

East Saint Louis, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Saint Peters, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Oakville, MO

The final approach into Oakville, 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 Oakville, MO.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.74 one way

$11.48 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $6.33 $12.66
premium $4.80 $7.14 $14.27
diesel $5.64 $8.40 $16.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.3 0 $3.97 $1.81
Efficient EV 9.5 0 $3.31 $1.51
EV Truck/SUV 15.1 0 $5.29 $2.42

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 11 hours ago

Origin

Saint Peters, MO

Afternoon in Saint Peters on Sunday

Local time

3:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Partly Cloudy

S 8 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:21AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 11 at 9:46PM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Destination

Oakville, MO

Afternoon in Oakville on Sunday

Local time

3:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 7 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:21AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 11 at 9:46PM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

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

1 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

49m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Saint Peters, MO to Oakville, MO covers 37.8 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 270, I 70, I 255. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.9 miles from Saint Peters, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.74 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 37.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Saint Peters, MO to Oakville, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 443 ft to 618 ft elevation with about 599 ft of total climbing.

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