This straightforward 79-mile drive from Desloge to Florissant, Missouri, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes. Predominantly a highway-focused journey, you'll spend about 91% of your time on major roads like US 67, I-270, and I-55. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this route is budget-friendly for a quick excursion within the Midwest region. Since there are no planned stops and the longest uninterrupted stretch is 26.6 miles, you can complete this trip with minimal interruption, making it ideal for a day trip or a short commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.5 miles from Desloge, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 67
26.6 mi
30m
I 270
24.4 mi
30m
I 55
20.5 mi
22m
North Lindbergh Boulevard
1.8 mi
3m
North Desloge Drive
1.5 mi
2m
Rosa Parks Highway
1.3 mi
1m
West Washington Street
1 mi
2m
Chestnut Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 67
— 26.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Desloge, MO and Florissant, MO.
1
Start on Chestnut Street
262 ft·17 sec·Chestnut Street
2
Turn left onto US 67 Business; MO 8
1.5 mi·2 min·North Desloge Drive
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
4
Merge onto US 67
26 mi·30 min·US 67
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67
0.3 mi·27 sec·US 67
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
7
Merge onto I 55
21 mi·22 min·I 55
8
Continue on I 55
1.3 mi·1 min·Rosa Parks Highway
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 196Toward I 270 West, I 255 East: Kansas City, ChicagoUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
388 ft·8 sec
Toward I 270 West: Kansas CityUse the slight left lane.
11
Continue on this road
0.7 mi·1 min·this road
Exit 196Toward I 270 West
12
Merge onto I 270
24 mi·30 min·I 270
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 25Toward US 67Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto US 67
1.8 mi·3 min·North Lindbergh Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto West Washington Street
1.0 mi·2 min·West Washington Street
16
Turn left onto North New Florissant Road
87 ft·1 sec·North New Florissant Road
17
Arrive at destination
North New Florissant Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 37 minute duration and 79-mile distance, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at any time of day without needing to split the drive. The estimated fuel cost is a low $12, so keeping your tank full is easy and affordable. Pay attention to traffic conditions on I-270 and I-55, especially during peak hours, as this can impact your travel time. Since there are no designated stops, plan your own breaks as needed to stay comfortable on the road.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.5 miles from Desloge, MO, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.6 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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florissant, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Desloge, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Desloge, MO
This is one driving day of about 79 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Desloge, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 67 for about 26.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 76.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
Navigation decision point
Toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
8
50.5 mi into trip|~58m in
Take the exit toward I 270 West, I 255 East: Kansas City, Chicago
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 196
Toward I 270 West, I 255 East: Kansas City, Chi...
8
50.7 mi into trip|~59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 West: Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 West: Kansas City
7
75.9 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 67
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25
Toward US 67
6
76.2 mi into trip|~1h 31m in|US 67 / North Lindbergh Boulevard
Turn left onto US 67 / North Lindbergh Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.35 one way
$24.70 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.56
$27.12
premium
$4.89
$15.20
$30.41
diesel
$5.61
$17.44
$34.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.7
0
$8.30
$3.79
Efficient EV
19.8
0
$6.91
$3.16
EV Truck/SUV
31.6
0
$11.06
$5.06
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Desloge, MO
Late night
in Desloge on Sunday
Local time
3:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Florissant, MO
Late night
in Florissant on Sunday
Local time
3:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Arnold, MO
40 mi in
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
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
1h 37m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gateway Arch National Park
National Park
Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
$19
near mile 51.8
Established by 1750, Ste. Geneviève was the first permanent European settlement in Missouri. Early French Canadian settlers were drawn here by the rich agricultural land known as Le Grand Champ (the B...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 13.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with a significant 91% share spent on major interstates and highways. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a notable 26.6 miles on US 67, allowing for consistent travel. The route primarily utilizes US 67, I-270, and I-55, suggesting a fast-paced journey with limited opportunities for spontaneous detours. Expect a smooth, efficient drive that prioritizes covering distance over scenic exploration.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.6 mi on US 67.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 67 and I 270. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 50.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Desloge, MO to Florissant, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
Chicago
50.5 mi in|~58m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 79 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.6 miles on US 67. 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 Florissant, 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 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 50.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway Arch National Park and Ste. Geneviève National Historical 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 Florissant, MO before heading back.
