Washington County, MO Road Trips

With 2 routes heading out and 6 heading in, Washington County, MO works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 86 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Washington County, MO head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

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Trip Routes

8

Longest Drive

254 mi

Blue Springs, MO

Quickest Drive

2h 5m

Saint Charles, MO

Plan Around Washington County, MO

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Washington County, MO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Blue Springs, MO to Washington County, MO 254 mi · 5h 22m Lee's Summit, MO to Washington County, MO 241.4 mi · 5h 27m Cape Girardeau, MO to Washington County, MO 99.9 mi · 2h 27m Florissant, MO to Washington County, MO 87.9 mi · 2h 9m

Continue From Washington County, MO

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Washington County, MO to Lee's Summit, MO 244.6 mi · 5h 27m Washington County, MO to Jefferson City, MO 117.6 mi · 2h 49m Washington County, MO to O'Fallon, MO 95.5 mi · 2h 17m

Trips from Washington County, MO

Washington County, MO to Lee's Summit, MO

244.6 mi 5h 27m

Washington County, MO to Jefferson City, MO

117.6 mi 2h 49m

Washington County, MO to O'Fallon, MO

95.5 mi 2h 17m

Driving from Washington County, MO

The typical drive from Washington County, MO covers about 86 miles and takes around 2h 7m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 96 miles (2h 17m), while the shortest is just 76 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Washington County, MO include O'Fallon, MO (95.5 mi, 2h 17m) and Chesterfield, MO (76.3 mi, 1h 57m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in MO currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 86-mile trip from Washington County, MO, budget about $13 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 2 mapped routes leaving Washington County, MO and 6 routes heading into Washington County, MO, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 76 to 96 miles.

The longest mapped route from Washington County, MO covers 96 miles and takes approximately 2h 17m. Shorter options start at just 76 miles.

The average route from Washington County, MO runs about 86 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 7m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 86-mile trip from Washington County, MO costs roughly $13 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Washington County, MO include O'Fallon, MO and Chesterfield, MO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.