Origin
Eureka, MO
Late night in Eureka on Sunday
Local time
2:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eureka, MO to Florissant, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
34.6 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eureka, MO
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Florissant, MO
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Eureka to Florissant, you are in for a quick 35.4-mile trip that typically takes about 38 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Midwest, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel covers the journey comfortably, allowing you to focus on the transition between these two Missouri locales. Because the drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. It is a straightforward, practical connection that serves its purpose without needing complex logistics or long-distance preparation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 18.8 mi | 23m |
| Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor | 11.2 mi | 13m |
| North Lindbergh Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Washington Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Central Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| MO 109 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North New Florissant Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 18.8 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eureka, MO and Florissant, MO.
1
Start on South Central Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Central Avenue
2
Turn right onto East 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
East 4th Street
3
Turn left onto MO 109
252 ft
·
12 sec
·
MO 109
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 44 East, US 50 East: Saint Louis
5
Merge onto I 44; US 50
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 276
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
8
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
this road
Exit 276
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
9
Merge onto I 270
19 mi
·
23 min
·
I 270
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 25
Toward US 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto US 67
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lindbergh Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto West Washington Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
13
Turn left onto North New Florissant Road
87 ft
·
1 sec
·
North New Florissant Road
14
Arrive at destination
North New Florissant Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Eureka, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 31.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 44 East, US 50 East: Saint Louis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 44 East, US 50 East: Saint Louis
8
12 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
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 276
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
8
12.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
7
31.5 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
31.8 mi into trip
|
~41m 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
$5.41 one way
$10.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Florissant, MO
Late night in Florissant on Sunday
Local time
2:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
5 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
46m 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 rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will navigate via East 4th Street, I-44 East, and the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor to reach your destination. While the trip utilizes major roads, it avoids the typical highway grind, keeping your attention engaged with local road segments. There is no significant highway percentage to speak of here, meaning you should be prepared for frequent maneuvering through the local infrastructure. The road feels like a functional connector, requiring you to stay alert through the various turns along the path.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.8 mi on I 270.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 34.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.1 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.
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 Eureka, MO to Florissant, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
12 mi in
|
~15m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 34.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.8 miles on I 270. 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 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway Arch National 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.
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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