Road Trips from Chesterfield, MO
Heading out from Chesterfield, MO? You've got options for quick escapes or slightly longer drives. Most trips here are under five hours and keep you on mostly flat terrain, making them ideal for a day trip. You can easily reach destinations with park access, including a significant national park, or opt for routes focused purely on the drive. Whether you want a short, scenic drive or a longer haul with a higher drive score, there's a trip tailored to your weekend.
Total Routes
11
Shortest
0.5h
With Parks Nearby
11
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
9 total in this range
Chillicothe, MO
4h 17m214.3 mi one way
Go for this 214.3-mile option to Chillicothe, MO, with a drive time of 4.3 hours. It boasts the highest drive score at 10 and features a mix of highway and surface roads. The terrain is mostly flat, and you'll have access to Gateway Arch National Park.
Kansas City, MO
4h 21m227.2 mi one way
This 227.2-mile route to Kansas City, MO, will take 4.4 hours. It's primarily surface roads with a drive score of 8 and mostly flat terrain. Gateway Arch National Park is accessible along this path, making it a good choice if you want park proximity on a longer drive.
Nevada, MO
5h 20m259.1 mi one way
At 259.1 miles and 5.3 hours, this is the longest drive from Chesterfield. It features a mostly highway profile and a drive score of 8, with gently rolling terrain. Gateway Arch National Park is a nearby option, and its length makes it suitable for those wanting more time on the road.
Raytown, MO
4h 17m223.2 mi one way
This 223.2-mile drive to Raytown, MO, takes 4.3 hours. It has a drive score of 8 and is mainly surface roads, with mostly flat terrain. Gateway Arch National Park is accessible during this trip, similar to other options originating from Chesterfield.
Nixa, MO
4h 5m211.8 mi one way
This 211.8-mile trip to Nixa, MO, clocks in at 4.1 hours. It's a mostly highway route with a drive score of 8 and gently rolling terrain. Notably, this option provides access to both Wilson's Creek National Battlefield and Gateway Arch National Park.
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Chillicothe, MO
4h 17m214.3 mi one way
Kansas City, MO
4h 21m227.2 mi one way
Nevada, MO
5h 20m259.1 mi one way
Grain Valley, MO
3h 55m205.4 mi one way
Chillicothe, MO
4h 17m214.3 mi one way
Kansas City, MO
4h 21m227.2 mi one way
Nevada, MO
5h 20m259.1 mi one way
Neosho, MO
5h 15m274.6 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With mostly flat and gently rolling terrain, spring drives are pleasant. Park access, including Gateway Arch National Park, is ideal for enjoying the season's bloom.
Summer
Summer drives are suited for the mostly flat terrain. The longer daylight hours make the longer routes, like the one to Nevada, MO, more manageable.
Fall
The gently rolling terrain on some routes, like the one to Nixa, MO, offers good fall color viewing. Park access remains a strong point for scenic drives.
Winter
Most routes feature mostly flat terrain, making winter driving straightforward. Focus on the higher drive score options for the best experience in colder weather.
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