Origin
Chesterfield, MO
Late night in Chesterfield on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesterfield, MO to Clayton, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
15.9 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
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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Clayton, MO
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Trip Overview
Chesterfield, MO to Clayton, MO is 15.9 miles and takes about 23m via Avenue of the Saints, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Missouri and the Midwest region, offering a straightforward connection between two points. It's a local trip best suited for a single day, requiring minimal planning and time commitment. Consider this route if you're looking for a quick, no-fuss journey between these specific St. Louis area locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| Daniel Boone Expressway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| South Hanley Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Service Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wydown Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Baxter Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Old Chesterfield Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hillvale Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 9.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, MO and Clayton, 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
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on I 64; US 40
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Daniel Boone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 31B-A
Toward I 170 North
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 31B
Toward Brentwood Boulevard, Hanley Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on South Service Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Service Road
Toward Hanley Road
10
Turn left onto South Hanley Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Hanley Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn right onto Wydown Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wydown Boulevard
12
Turn right onto Hillvale Drive
178 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hillvale Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Hillvale Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Old Chesterfield Road
Turn left onto Old Chesterfield Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 64; US 40; US 61 / Avenue of the Saints
Merge onto I 64; US 40; US 61 / Avenue of the Saints
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
13.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 170 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31B-A
Toward I 170 North
9
13.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Brentwood Boulevard, Hanley Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 31B
Toward Brentwood Boulevard, Hanley Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.49 one way
$4.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.73 | $5.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.51 | $7.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.23 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Clayton, MO
Late night in Clayton on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
1 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
23m 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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 20% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate primarily via Avenue of the Saints, Daniel Boone Expressway, and South Hanley Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.4 miles along Avenue of the Saints. This profile suggests frequent turns and a more engaged driving experience as you transition through different local road networks rather than a prolonged period on high-speed thoroughfares.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.4 mi on Avenue of the Saints.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Old Chesterfield Road.
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 15.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Old Chesterfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles (I 64; US 40; US 61 / Avenue of the Saints): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 15.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.4 miles on Avenue of the Saints. 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 Clayton, 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: near the start (Old Chesterfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles (I 64; US 40; US 61 / Avenue of the Saints): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clayton, 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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