Origin
Concordia, MO
Late night in Concordia on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concordia, MO to O'Fallon, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
160.5 mi
258 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
★
6 AM
3h 6m
8 AM
3h 29m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concordia, MO
Vladimir Srajber
O'Fallon, MO
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Trip Overview
Concordia, MO to O'Fallon, MO is 160.5 miles and takes about 3h 5m via Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, making it a straightforward drive between two points in Missouri. You'll find the route has a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning it's not a simple point-A-to-point-B interstate cruise. Given its manageable length and reasonable fuel cost, this is a solid option for a single-day excursion. You'll want to be prepared for a series of turns rather than long stretches of highway.
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
80.2 miles from Concordia, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 100.6 mi | 1h 57m |
| U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway | 54.4 mi | 58m |
| Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Drennen Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 100.6 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concordia, MO and O'Fallon, MO.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Southwest 6th Street
171 ft
·
12 sec
·
Southwest 6th Street
3
Turn left onto MO 23
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia
5
Merge onto I 70; US 40
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
6
Continue on I 70; US 40
32 mi
·
34 min
·
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
22 mi
·
24 min
·
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
8
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
9
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
10
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
11
Continue on I 70; US 40
88 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto Drennen Parkway
150 ft
·
3 sec
·
Drennen Parkway
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
14
Keep slight right at fork onto Drennen Parkway
166 ft
·
5 sec
·
Drennen Parkway
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
15
Turn slight left
62 ft
·
2 sec
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
16
Continue on South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
17
Turn right
25 ft
·
1 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 160.5-mile journey, a single day is definitely sufficient, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Since it's not an excessively long drive and has a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and have ample daylight. With a fuel cost estimated at $25, keep an eye on your gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 100.6 miles. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and reorient yourself, as the route's character suggests frequent navigational adjustments.
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 80.2 miles from Concordia, MO, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.6 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 35 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.2 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near O'Fallon, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Concordia, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Concordia, MO
This is one driving day of about 160.5 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Concordia, 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 100.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 80.2 miles from Concordia, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.6 miles.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 159.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Southwest 6th Street
Turn left onto Southwest 6th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MO 23 / South Main Street
Turn left onto MO 23 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia
6
159.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
Take the exit toward MO K: O'Fallon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
6
159.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
|
Drennen Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Drennen Parkway toward MO K: O'Fallon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.09 one way
$50.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.55 | $55.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.89 | $61.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.44 | $70.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.85 | $7.70 |
| Efficient EV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.04 | $6.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.2 | 0 | $22.47 | $10.27 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
O'Fallon, MO
Late night in O'Fallon on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 5m 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 drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with a 0% highway share, suggesting you'll be navigating a series of local roads and intersections. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 100.6 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, offering a period of consistent travel before more frequent turns appear. Expect the road to feel more connected to the local landscape rather than a fast-paced interstate experience. You'll likely encounter more varied speeds and the need for active navigation as you progress toward O'Fallon.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.6 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest 6th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 5m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MO 23 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 5m. Total distance: 160.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 100.6 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MO 23 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at O'Fallon, 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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