Origin
Chesterfield, MO
Late night in Chesterfield on Sunday
Local time
2:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesterfield, MO to Arnold, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
26.2 mi
42 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chesterfield, MO
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Arnold, MO
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Trip Overview
This quick 26.2-mile drive from Chesterfield to Arnold, Missouri, is easily manageable in about 35 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving on this route, so expect a more turn-heavy experience. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $4, reflecting the short distance. Since it's a short journey through the Midwest, you won't encounter significant regional changes. This drive is ideal for a quick excursion where you can take your time and enjoy the local scenery without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 11.5 mi | 14m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Rosa Parks Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Jeffco Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| MO 141 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Baxter Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 11.5 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, MO and Arnold, MO.
1
Start on Santa Maria Drive
107 ft
·
8 sec
·
Santa Maria Drive
2
Turn left onto Old Chesterfield Road
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Old Chesterfield Road
3
Turn right onto Baxter Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Baxter Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South
5
Merge onto I 64; US 40; US 61
6.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 25
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 270 South: Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 270
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 270
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 1A
Toward I 55, US 61, US 67: Saint Louis, Memphis, Lemay Ferry Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 55 South: Memphis
11
Merge onto I 55
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rosa Parks Highway
12
Continue on I 55
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway
13
Continue on I 55
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 191
Toward MO 141: Arnold
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
438 ft
·
12 sec
Toward MO 141 South: Arnold
Use the slight left lane.
16
Merge onto MO 141
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
MO 141
17
Continue on MO 141
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
MO 141
18
Turn right onto US 61; US 67
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Jeffco Boulevard
19
Arrive at destination
US 61; US 67
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 7.4 and 24.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 25
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
7
7.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 South: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 270 South: Memphis
8
19.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward I 55, US 61, US 67: Saint Louis, Memphis, Lemay Ferry Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward I 55, US 61, US 67: Saint Louis, Memphis...
7
24.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward MO 141: Arnold
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 191
Toward MO 141: Arnold
8
24.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MO 141 South: Arnold
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward MO 141 South: Arnold
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.10 one way
$8.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.50 | $8.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.04 | $10.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.75 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Arnold, MO
Late night in Arnold on Sunday
Local time
2:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
35m 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?
This is a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be making frequent turns and navigating through neighborhoods and town centers rather than long stretches of open highway. With a 0% highway share, expect the entire 26.2 miles to be on surface streets like Old Chesterfield Road and Baxter Road. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving that stands out, as the character of the route is defined by its constant engagement with local thoroughfares. The drive will likely feel like a familiar cruise through suburban Missouri, with a steady pace dictated by traffic lights and local conditions.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.5 mi on I 270.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 13 decision points packed into just 26.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
On the drive from Chesterfield, MO to Arnold, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
7.4 mi in
|
~10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 26.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.5 miles on I 270. 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 Arnold, 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 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arnold, 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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