Origin
Chesterfield, MO
Night in Chesterfield on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesterfield, MO to Washington, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
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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Washington, MO
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Trip Overview
This 36.3-mile drive from Chesterfield, MO, to Washington, MO, is a manageable 54-minute trip perfect for a single day. Primarily on local roads like MO D and MO TT, with a brief segment on Avenue of the Saints, expect a turn-heavy experience. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $6, this route is an economical choice for exploring the Midwest. Since there are no designated overnight stops and the drive is short, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart at your convenience and enjoy the journey without needing to split it over multiple days.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO D | 18.4 mi | 26m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| MO TT | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| MO 47 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| MO 94 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Chesterfield Airport Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Baxter Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO D
— 18.4 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, MO and Washington, 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
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 10
Toward MO 94: Defiance, Saint Charles
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
263 ft
·
8 sec
Toward MO 94: Defiance, Saint Charles
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto MO 94
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
MO 94
13
Turn right onto MO D
15 mi
·
21 min
·
MO D
Use the right lane.
14
At end of road, turn left onto MO D; MO T
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
MO D; MO T
15
Continue on MO TT
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
MO TT
16
Continue on MO 94
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MO 94
17
At end of road, turn left onto MO 47
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
MO 47
18
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East 3rd Street
19
Arrive at destination
West 3rd Street
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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 8.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Boone's Crossing
Turn right onto Boone's Crossing
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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
8
8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward MO 94: Defiance, Saint Charles
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 10
Toward MO 94: Defiance, Saint Charles
9
8.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MO 94: Defiance, Saint Charles
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward MO 94: Defiance, Saint Charles
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.68 one way
$11.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.99 | $13.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.01 | $16.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Washington, MO
Night in Washington on Saturday
Local time
11:15 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
17 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
54m 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' for most of this 36.3-mile journey. Only about 15% of the route involves highway travel, meaning you'll be navigating a series of local roads, including MO D and MO TT, which make up the bulk of the route. The longest stretch without a turn is 18.4 miles on MO D, offering a brief period of more consistent driving before you encounter more frequent changes in direction. This profile suggests a pace that's less about covering ground quickly and more about engaging with the local road network.
Only 15% 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: 18.4 mi on MO D.
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 1.7 miles in near Boone's Crossing.
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 14 decision points packed into just 36.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (Boone's Crossing): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
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 Washington, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Charles along the way.
Saint Charles
8 mi in
|
~11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 36.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m 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 18.4 miles on MO D. 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 Washington, 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 1.7 miles (Boone's Crossing): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Washington, 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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