Origin
Chesterfield, MO
Night in Chesterfield on Saturday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesterfield, MO to Troy, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
35 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
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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Troy, MO
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Trip Overview
Chesterfield, MO to Troy, MO is 35 miles and takes about 46m via Avenue of the Saints, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick jaunt stays within Missouri, moving from the Midwest region to the same region. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns rather than long stretches of highway. It's a straightforward local journey perfect for a short day trip or a quick transfer between these two points. The relatively short distance and minimal fuel cost make it an accessible option for most travelers.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 31.5 mi | 38m |
| Chesterfield Airport Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Cherry Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Baxter Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| MO 47 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Lincoln Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Boone's Crossing | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Chesterfield Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 31.5 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, MO and Troy, 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
·
45 sec
·
Baxter Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Chesterfield Airport Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Chesterfield Airport Road
5
Continue on Chesterfield Airport Road
438 ft
·
8 sec
·
Chesterfield Airport Road
6
Turn right onto Boone's Crossing
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Boone's Crossing
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
167 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North
9
Merge onto I 64; US 40; US 61
31 mi
·
38 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward MO 47: Troy, Winfield
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
162 ft
·
7 sec
Toward MO 47 South: Troy
12
Turn left onto MO 47
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
MO 47
Use the slight left lane.
13
Turn left onto North Lincoln Drive
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Lincoln Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn right onto East Cherry Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Cherry Street
15
Enter roundabout onto East Cherry Street
65 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Cherry Street
16
Continue on East Cherry Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Cherry Street
17
Turn left onto 2nd Street
99 ft
·
6 sec
·
2nd Street
18
Turn right
97 ft
·
7 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from Chesterfield, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 34.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North
7
33.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward MO 47: Troy, Winfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MO 47: Troy, Winfield
6
33.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MO 47 South: Troy
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MO 47 South: Troy
7
34.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
North Lincoln Drive
Turn left onto North Lincoln Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.47 one way
$10.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.01 | $12.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.74 | $13.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Troy, MO
Night in Troy on Saturday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
19 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
46m 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 route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with highway sharing at 100%. While it's primarily local roads, it doesn't mean it's slow; the longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.5 miles on Avenue of the Saints. You'll navigate through a series of local streets and roads, which means paying attention to traffic signals and turns rather than simply cruising on an interstate. The drive progresses through a mix of these local segments, offering a different pace than a typical highway journey.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.5 mi on Avenue of the Saints.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 35 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 35 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.5 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 Troy, 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 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Troy, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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