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Trip from Cole Camp, MO to St. Louis, MO

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 58m

Distance

193.3 mi

311 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 45m ★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 24m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 5m
3 PM
4h 9m
5 PM
4h 23m
8 PM
3h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Cole Camp, MO

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Trip Overview

This 193.9-mile journey from Cole Camp, MO, to St. Louis, MO, is an achievable day trip, estimated to take around 3 hours and 14 minutes of driving time. The route primarily utilizes East Main Street, Southwest Boulevard, and US 54 East, with no highway driving, suggesting a more local road experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, this drive offers an economical way to travel between two points within the Midwest region. The single recommended stop allows for flexibility in planning your travel day. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's well-suited for a single-day adventure without the need for an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

96.6 miles from Cole Camp, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 61.9 mi 1h 11m
MO C 35 mi 47m
C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway 31.9 mi 35m
Avenue of the Saints 27.7 mi 33m
East Main Street 20.2 mi 27m
Jack Buck Memorial Highway 5.8 mi 7m
Daniel Boone Expressway 5.7 mi 7m
MO 5 3.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 61.9 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cole Camp, MO and St. Louis, MO.

1

Start on South Maple Street

76 ft · 5 sec · South Maple Street
2

Turn right onto MO 52

20 mi · 27 min · East Main Street
3

Keep slight left at fork

160 ft · 3 sec
4

Keep slight right at fork onto MO 5; MO 52

3.4 mi · 4 min · MO 5; MO 52
5

Turn left onto MO C

13 mi · 17 min · MO C
6

Turn right

14 ft · 0 sec
7

Turn left

99 ft · 2 sec
8

Turn straight onto MO C

22 mi · 29 min · MO C
9

Turn right onto MO C

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Southwest Boulevard
10

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward US 54 East: Fulton
11

Merge onto US 54

32 mi · 35 min · C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
13

Merge onto I 70; US 40

62 mi · 1 hr 11 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
14

Take the exit onto US 40

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 40
Exit 210A Toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South: Chesterfield
15

Merge onto I 64; US 40; US 61

28 mi · 33 min · Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16

Continue on I 64; US 40

5.7 mi · 7 min · Daniel Boone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
17

Continue on I 64; US 40

5.8 mi · 7 min · Jack Buck Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Exit 39A Toward 14th Street Use the slight right lane.
19

Turn left onto South 14th Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · South 14th Street
Use the left lane.
20

Turn right onto Market Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Market Street
21

Arrive at destination

Market Street

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour and 14-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Cole Camp to maximize your daylight and flexibility. Since there's only one recommended stop and no highway stretches, you can easily pace yourself with brief breaks as needed. The estimated fuel cost of $29 is quite reasonable, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Cole Camp. Keep an eye out for the transitions in road types as you move from local streets onto US 54 East, as this will likely be the most significant change in driving character along the 193.9-mile route.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.6 miles from Cole Camp, MO, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.9 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 43 miles or 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 96.6 miles or 2h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near St. Louis, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Cole Camp, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Cole Camp, MO

This is one driving day of about 193.3 miles and 3h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Cole Camp, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 61.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Montgomery City, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Montgomery City, MO

97 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

California, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fulton, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 96.6 miles from Cole Camp, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Cafe de Blaire

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Vicini pastaria, cafe, & market

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

1.1 mi

Mayo Ketchup

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

1.6 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Good Press Cafe at 21c St. Louis

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

St. Louis, Missouri

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+13149402333

Visit website

Protagonist Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

1.2 mi

Soulard Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

St. Louis, Missouri

1.1 mi

Cafe de Blaire

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Vicini pastaria, cafe, & market

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 11:30 am–6 pm

+13148276150

Visit website

Mayo Ketchup

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13146962699

Visit website

Cafe Miami

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13144058178

Visit website

Sidney Street Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 5–9:30 pm

+13147715777

Visit website

Frazer's Restaurant & Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 5–10 pm

+13147738646

Visit website

SweetArt Bakeshop + Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+13145719009

Visit website

Julia's Cafe on Russell

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13148750034

Visit website

Good Press Cafe at 21c St. Louis

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+13149402333

Visit website

Protagonist Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13148333085

Visit website

Soulard Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+13142408809

Visit website

Shameless Grounds

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13144491240

Visit website

Well Met Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13142828016

Visit website

Cafe Amalia

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30

Kirkwood, Missouri

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+13146982200

Visit website

La Finca Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+13149258588

Visit website

Café Dolce

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13142820332

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Wentzville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVXY Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

O'Fallon, Missouri

+18554382474

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

St Charles, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Jefferson City, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Fulton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Weldon Spring, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

St. Louis Union Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+13149233960

Visit website

Venice Café

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 4 pm–1 am

+13147725994

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 59 and 192.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
59 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in

Take the ramp toward US 54 East: Fulton

Navigation decision point

Toward US 54 East: Fulton
5
91 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in

Take the exit toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
6
153.1 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in | US 40

Take the exit onto US 40 toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South: Chesterfield

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 210A Toward I 64 East, US 40 East, US 61 South: Ches...
5
153.4 mi into trip | ~3h 8m 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 / slight left lanes.
7
192.6 mi into trip | ~3h 56m in

Take the exit toward 14th Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 39A Toward 14th Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.22 one way

$60.44 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 68 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $33.18 $66.36
premium $4.89 $37.20 $74.40
diesel $5.61 $42.68 $85.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 67.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 58 0 $20.30 $9.28
Efficient EV 48.3 0 $16.91 $7.73
EV Truck/SUV 77.3 0 $27.06 $12.37

Gas CO2

68 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Cole Camp, MO

Late night in Cole Camp on Tuesday

Local time

5:07 AM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

St. Louis, MO

Late night in St. Louis on Tuesday

Local time

5:07 AM

CDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

4 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

3h 58m 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 this 193.9-mile stretch. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily on surface streets and US highways, offering a more intimate connection with the landscape. The absence of long, uninterrupted stretches means you'll be engaging with the road frequently, making it a dynamic driving experience. This type of route often involves passing through towns and varied terrains, so keep your attention sharp for changes in speed limits and road conditions as you make your way toward St. Louis.

Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.9 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.

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 59 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 193.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 59 miles: Navigation decision point; at 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.1 miles (US 40): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in St. Louis, MO

Full guide →

The Gateway City of St. Louis is the epitome of the modern Midwestern metropolis. Missouri's second-largest city is vibrant but laid-back, populous but navigable, historic but still relevant. The city's planners have created an aesthetically beautiful city, with plenty of green space amidst buildings both old and new, framed by the majestic Mississippi and Missouri rivers. And capping it all is the world's tallest man-made monument, the beautiful and iconic Gateway Arch. St. Louis is a city of culture and surprisingly inexpensive. Among American cities, only Washington, D.C. has more free attractions for tourists and residents alike. Hotels, restaurants, and even parking garages avoid the premium pricing common in other big cities. Although often overlooked, St. Louis can be an affordable, educational, and fun family getaway.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 58m. Total distance: 193.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 61.9 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 St. Louis, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 59 miles: Navigation decision point; at 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.1 miles (US 40): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at St. Louis, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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