Origin
Chesterfield, MO
Late night in Chesterfield on Sunday
Local time
1:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesterfield, MO to Hazelwood, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
20.6 mi
33 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 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
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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Hazelwood, MO
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit across the Midwest, this 20.6-mile trip from Chesterfield to Hazelwood is a straightforward, short-distance drive. You can easily complete the journey in about 29 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimate of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly option for your schedule. Because the drive is so short, you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. Whether you are heading to Hazelwood for business or personal errands, the route provides a consistent connection between these two Missouri locations. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that gets you from point A to point B without any necessary stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 10.5 mi | 13m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| McDonnell Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| James S McDonnell Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Fee Fee Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Baxter Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chapel Ridge Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Chesterfield Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 10.5 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, MO and Hazelwood, 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 left at fork
463 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
8
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
this road
Exit 25
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
9
Merge onto I 270
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 270
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 23
Toward McDonnell Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
400 ft
·
9 sec
Toward McDonnell Boulevard South
Use the right lane.
12
Turn straight onto McDonnell Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
McDonnell Boulevard
13
Continue on James S McDonnell Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
James S McDonnell Boulevard
14
Turn left onto Fee Fee Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Fee Fee Road
15
Turn right onto Chapel Ridge Drive
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Chapel Ridge Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Chapel Ridge Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 19.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
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 left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
7
18.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward McDonnell Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23
Toward McDonnell Boulevard
7
19.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward McDonnell Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward McDonnell Boulevard South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.22 one way
$6.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.54 | $7.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.96 | $7.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 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 | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
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
Hazelwood, MO
Late night in Hazelwood on Sunday
Local time
1:01 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
29m 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 mixed driving experience that transitions from suburban corridors to major infrastructure. You will spend about 51% of your journey on highways, primarily utilizing I-270, the Avenue of the Saints, and McDonnell Boulevard. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-270, where you will cover 10.5 miles of consistent highway driving. As you move away from Chesterfield, the road character shifts from local streets to the faster pace of the interstate system. This blend of road types keeps the drive dynamic, moving you efficiently through the region while maintaining a manageable flow for the duration of the 29-minute trip.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.5 mi on I 270.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 0.4 miles in.
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 20.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
635 ft
472 ft
Total Climb
316 ft
Total Descent
228 ft
Highest Point
635 ft
~10.3 mi in
Elevation Range
162 ft
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 Chesterfield, MO and Hazelwood, MO, road signs point toward Memphis and Mcdonnell Boulevard South.
Memphis
7.4 mi in
|
~10m
Mcdonnell Boulevard South
19.2 mi in
|
~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 20.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.5 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 Hazelwood, 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 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; 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.
Yes — Gateway Arch National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hazelwood, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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