Origin
Versailles, MO
Late night in Versailles on Friday
Local time
5:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Versailles, MO to Saint Peters, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 56m
Distance
145.8 mi
235 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 45m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Versailles, MO
Kirandeep Singh Walia
Saint Peters, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Versailles, MO to Saint Peters, MO covers 145.8 miles and takes about 2h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, MO C, C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73.7 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.9 miles from Versailles, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 145.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 56m drive with frequent turns across 145.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 73.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 39.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 39.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 71.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
5
39.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the ramp toward US 54 East: Fulton
Navigation decision point
Toward US 54 East: Fulton
5
71.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
7
145.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 222A
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
8
145.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
6
145.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 West: Wentzville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 73.7 mi | 1h 25m |
| MO C | 35 mi | 47m |
| C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway | 31.9 mi | 35m |
| MO 5 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| East Newton Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| I 70 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mid Rivers Mall Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 73.7 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Versailles, MO and Saint Peters, MO.
1
Start on South Fisher Street
63 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Fisher Street
2
Turn left onto East Newton Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Newton Street
3
Keep slight right at fork onto MO 5; MO 52
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
MO 5; MO 52
4
Turn left onto MO C
13 mi
·
17 min
·
MO C
5
Turn right
14 ft
·
0 sec
6
Turn left
99 ft
·
2 sec
7
Turn straight onto MO C
22 mi
·
29 min
·
MO C
8
Turn right onto MO C
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Southwest Boulevard
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 54 East: Fulton
10
Merge onto US 54
32 mi
·
35 min
·
C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
12
Merge onto I 70; US 40
74 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 222A
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
205 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Use the slight left lane.
15
Turn straight onto Mid Rivers Mall Drive
198 ft
·
5 sec
·
Mid Rivers Mall Drive
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto I 70
479 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 70
18
Arrive at destination
I 70
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.9 miles from Versailles, MO, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.7 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 32 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.9 miles or 1h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Peters, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Versailles, 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 Versailles, MO
This is one driving day of about 145.8 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Versailles, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 73.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.9 mi from Versailles, MO · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.9 miles from Versailles, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.7 miles.
Arriving in Saint Peters, MO
The final approach into Saint Peters, 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 Saint Peters, 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
$22.79 one way
$45.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.03 | $50.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.06 | $56.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.19 | $64.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.31 | $7.00 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.76 | $5.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.41 | $9.33 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Saint Peters, MO
Late night in Saint Peters on Friday
Local time
5:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Liberty, MO
73 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
2h 56m 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 Versailles, MO to Saint Peters, MO covers 145.8 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, MO C, C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.9 miles from Versailles, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.79 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 39.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 71.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Versailles, MO to Saint Peters, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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