Origin
Saint Peters, MO
Evening in Saint Peters on Friday
Local time
8:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Peters, MO to Riverview, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
28.6 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Peters, MO
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Riverview, MO
Boris Hamer
Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Saint Peters, MO to Riverview, MO? This short, 28.6-mile drive will take you about 38 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. The route is primarily highway-focused, with an estimated fuel cost of just $4. You'll spend most of your time on Interstate 70 and Interstate 270, with a brief stint on Chambers Road. This straightforward drive keeps you within the Midwest region, specifically within Missouri, so you won't encounter drastic landscape changes. With no designated stops, this trip is all about getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 28.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m 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
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 84% of the journey utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 13 miles on I-70, offering a consistent pace. Expect to transition between I-70 and I-270, both known for their higher speed limits and consistent traffic flow. The inclusion of Chambers Road adds a brief interlude from the interstate, but overall, the character remains that of a swift, efficient transit between destinations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 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 1.2 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 14 decision points packed into just 28.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
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 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese 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
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
8
14.5 mi into trip
|
~18m 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
25.5 mi into trip
|
~32m 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
25.6 mi into trip
|
~32m 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 Saint Peters, MO to Riverview, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
13.6 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 13 mi | 16m |
| I 270 | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| Chambers Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Lewis and Clark Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| MO 79 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Diamond Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 13 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Peters, MO and Riverview, 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 left at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
9
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Exit 232
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto I 270
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
473 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 31A
Toward MO 367 South, MO 367 North: Saint Louis
Use the slight right lane.
13
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.
14
Turn straight onto MO 367
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewis and Clark Boulevard
15
Turn straight
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
16
Turn left onto Chambers Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Chambers Road
17
Turn right onto Diamond Drive
133 ft
·
8 sec
·
Diamond Drive
18
Turn right
140 ft
·
10 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.47 one way
$8.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.91 | $9.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.50 | $11.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.31 | $12.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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 Friday
Local time
8:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
7 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
38m 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 Saint Peters, MO to Riverview, MO covers 28.6 miles and takes about 38m 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 14.3 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 $4.47 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 14 decision points packed into just 28.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
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 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Saint Peters, MO to Riverview, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Gateway Arch National Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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