Origin
Elsberry, MO
Morning in Elsberry on Tuesday
Local time
7:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elsberry, MO to St. Louis, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
58.9 mi
95 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elsberry, MO
Lena Khrupina
Trip Overview
Elsberry, MO to St. Louis, MO is 58.9 miles and takes about 1h 19m via I 70, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Midwest region of Missouri to the same region, primarily utilizing major highways for a straightforward journey. It's a relatively short trip, making it an easy option for a single-day excursion or a quick commute. Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from local roads to the interstate.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | 28.3 mi | 37m |
| I 70 | 27 mi | 34m |
| Andy Gammon Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Tucker Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Tucker Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— 28.3 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elsberry, MO and St. Louis, MO.
1
Start on MO 79
28 mi
·
37 min
·
North Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 70 East
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 70
20 mi
·
25 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 241A
Toward Bermuda Road
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
6
Merge onto I 70
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 70
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
267 ft
·
6 sec
·
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
Toward Illinois
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 249B
Toward Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis
10
Continue on North Tucker Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Tucker Boulevard
11
Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
396 ft
·
21 sec
·
South Tucker Boulevard
12
Turn right onto Market Street
86 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Street
13
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Elsberry, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 28.3 and 57.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
28.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 70 East
7
48.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward Bermuda Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 241A
Toward Bermuda Road
8
48.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
7
57.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
I 70 / Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 / Andy Gammon Memorial Highway toward Illinois
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Illinois
7
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 249B
Toward Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.21 one way
$18.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.11 | $20.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.33 | $22.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.00 | $26.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
St. Louis, MO
Morning in St. Louis on Tuesday
Local time
7:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 19m 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 58.9-mile drive offers a mixed driving profile, with 46% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a substantial 28.3-mile stretch on North Main Street, which likely begins as a more local road experience before you merge onto I 70 and the Andy Gammon Memorial Highway. The transition will likely involve a shift from potentially slower, more community-focused roads to faster, higher-volume interstate travel as you approach St. Louis. Expect the character of the drive to evolve as you cover the miles.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.3 mi on North Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 28.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 28.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 48.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 1h 19m. Total distance: 58.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.3 miles on North Main Street. 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 St. Louis, 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 28.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 48.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at St. Louis, 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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