Origin
Elvins, MO
Night in Elvins on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elvins, MO to St. Louis, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elvins, MO
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Trip Overview
This 66.1-mile drive from Elvins, MO, to St. Louis, MO, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 21 minutes. Given its short duration and modest fuel cost of approximately $10, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. The journey primarily utilizes US 67 and I 55, offering a highway-focused experience. As you travel from the Midwest region of Missouri to the same region, you'll find a convenient and efficient path. This drive is ideal if you're looking for a quick transition between these two points within the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 67 | 26.6 mi | 30m |
| I 55 | 20.5 mi | 22m |
| Rosa Parks Highway | 12.5 mi | 15m |
| South Desloge Drive | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Tucker Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| North Front Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Taylor Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Gravois Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 67
— 26.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elvins, MO and St. Louis, MO.
1
Start on West Elvins Boulevard
256 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Elvins Boulevard
2
At end of road, turn left onto North Front Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Front Street
3
Continue on Wood Drive
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Wood Drive
4
Continue on Municipal Drive
503 ft
·
13 sec
·
Municipal Drive
5
Turn right onto West Main Street
77 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Main Street
6
Turn left onto Community Drive
527 ft
·
18 sec
·
Community Drive
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 67 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Taylor Avenue
8
Continue on US 67 Business; MO 8
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Desloge Drive
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
10
Merge onto US 67
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 67
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 67
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
13
Merge onto I 55
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 55
14
Continue on I 55
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Rosa Parks Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 207A
Toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn slight right onto Gravois Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Gravois Avenue
17
Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tucker Boulevard
18
Turn right onto Market Street
86 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Street
19
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33 miles from Elvins, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 64.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Front Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Front Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Community Drive
Turn left onto Community Drive
Navigation decision point
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
Navigation decision point
Toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
7
64.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 207A
Toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.33 one way
$20.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.35 | $22.69 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.72 | $25.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.59 | $29.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Night in St. Louis on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Imperial, MO
33 mi in
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
18 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 21m 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 drive that is predominantly on highways, with 71% of the route featuring interstate or major highway travel. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 26.6 miles on US 67, providing a consistent pace. The route transitions between US 67 and I 55, including a segment on Rosa Parks Highway, which suggests a mix of major artery driving. While largely a highway-focused experience, the road network aims to move you efficiently toward your destination.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 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?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 67 and I 55. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Front Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.1 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (North Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Community Drive): Navigation decision point.
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 21m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). 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.
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: near the start (North Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Community Drive): Navigation decision point.
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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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