Origin
Bridgeton, MO
Night in Bridgeton on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgeton, MO to St. Louis, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
19.9 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgeton, MO
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Trip Overview
This short 19.9-mile drive from Bridgeton, MO to St. Louis, MO is easily managed as a day trip, taking approximately 32 minutes. The journey primarily utilizes major roadways like I-70 and Andy Gammon Memorial Highway, with a significant 66% of the route being highway driving. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this trip is budget-friendly. Given its brief duration and focus on efficient travel, no overnight stays are necessary. You'll be traveling within the Midwest region, specifically within Missouri, for the entire duration of this quick hop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 13.2 mi | 17m |
| Andy Gammon Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Saint Charles Rock Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Gallatin Lane | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| North Tucker Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Natural Bridge Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Tucker Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 13.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeton, MO and St. Louis, MO.
1
Start on Gist Road
62 ft
·
3 sec
·
Gist Road
2
Turn right onto Gallatin Lane
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Gallatin Lane
3
At end of road, turn right onto Natural Bridge Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Natural Bridge Road
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto MO 180
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Saint Charles Rock Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 70 East
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 70
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 241A
Toward Bermuda Road
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 70
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 70
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
267 ft
·
6 sec
·
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
Toward Illinois
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 249B
Toward Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis
13
Continue on North Tucker Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Tucker Boulevard
14
Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
396 ft
·
21 sec
·
South Tucker Boulevard
15
Turn right onto Market Street
86 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Street
16
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 18.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Natural Bridge Road
At end of road, turn right onto Natural Bridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
9.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward Bermuda Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 241A
Toward Bermuda Road
8
9.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
7
18.4 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 70 / Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 / Andy Gammon Memorial Highway toward Illinois
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Illinois
7
18.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 249B
Toward Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.11 one way
$6.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.42 | $6.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.83 | $7.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.39 | $8.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Night in St. Louis on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
10 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
32m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 19.9-mile trip, with 66% of your drive on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.2 miles along I-70. While primarily interstate, you'll also navigate sections of Saint Charles Rock Road, offering a slight change of pace. The overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than leisurely cruising, designed for straightforward travel between these two Missouri locations.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.2 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Andy Gammon Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near Natural Bridge Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 11 decision points packed into just 19.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 32m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Natural Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bridgeton, MO and St. Louis, MO, road signs point toward Illinois and Saint Louis.
Illinois
18.4 mi in
|
~28m
|
via I 70
Saint Louis
18.4 mi in
|
~29m
About the Cities
Arriving in St. Louis, MO
Full guide →The Gateway City of St. Louis is the epitome of the modern Midwestern metropolis. Missouri's second-largest city is vibrant but laid-back, populous but navigable, historic but still relevant. The city's planners have created an aesthetically beautiful city, with plenty of green space amidst buildings both old and new, framed by the majestic Mississippi and Missouri rivers. And capping it all is the world's tallest man-made monument, the beautiful and iconic Gateway Arch. St. Louis is a city of culture and surprisingly inexpensive. Among American cities, only Washington, D.C. has more free attractions for tourists and residents alike. Hotels, restaurants, and even parking garages avoid the premium pricing common in other big cities. Although often overlooked, St. Louis can be an affordable, educational, and fun family getaway.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 19.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.2 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at St. Louis, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Natural Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at St. Louis, MO before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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