Origin
Sainte Genevieve, MO
Late night in Sainte Genevieve on Saturday
Local time
2:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sainte Genevieve, MO to St. Louis, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
63.2 mi
102 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sainte Genevieve, MO
Jermaine Lewis
Trip Overview
Sainte Genevieve, MO to St. Louis, MO is 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 19m via I 55, Rosa Parks Highway, and US 61, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, making it a straightforward journey between two points in Missouri. It's a short drive, perfect for a day trip or a quick transfer. Consider this route if you're looking for an uncomplicated way to get from the historic charm of Sainte Genevieve to the urban center of St. Louis without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 63.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is primarily highway-focused, with about 75% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 55. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 40 miles on I 55, offering a consistent pace. While the highway forms the backbone of this journey, you'll also navigate sections of Rosa Parks Highway and US 61, which might offer a slight change of scenery. Overall, expect a fairly direct and efficient drive, characteristic of a trip between two relatively close cities in the Midwest.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 40 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Rosa Parks Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Merchant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Merchant Street
Turn right onto Merchant Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
3rd Street
Turn left onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
8.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North: Bloomsdale
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 North: Bloomsdale
7
61.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 207A
Toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 40 mi | 43m |
| Rosa Parks Highway | 12.5 mi | 15m |
| US 61 | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| South Tucker Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Market Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Gravois Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Merchant Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| MO O | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 40 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sainte Genevieve, MO and St. Louis, MO.
1
Start on Jefferson Street
435 ft
·
24 sec
·
Jefferson Street
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
405 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto Merchant Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Merchant Street
4
Turn left onto 3rd Street
347 ft
·
18 sec
·
3rd Street
5
Turn right onto Market Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Market Street
6
Turn right onto US 61
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 61
7
Continue on MO O
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
MO O
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 55 North: Bloomsdale
9
Merge onto I 55
40 mi
·
43 min
·
I 55
10
Continue on I 55
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Rosa Parks Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 207A
Toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn slight right onto Gravois Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Gravois Avenue
13
Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tucker Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Market Street
86 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Street
15
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.6 mi from Sainte Genevieve, MO · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Sainte Genevieve, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in St. Louis, MO
The final approach into St. Louis, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.88 one way
$19.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.85 | $21.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.16 | $24.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.95 | $27.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
St. Louis, MO
Late night in St. Louis on Saturday
Local time
2:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Imperial, MO
32 mi in
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
18 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
1h 19m 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 Sainte Genevieve, MO to St. Louis, MO covers 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, Rosa Parks Highway, US 61. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.6 miles from Sainte Genevieve, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.88 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 straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Merchant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sainte Genevieve, MO to St. Louis, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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