Origin
Florissant, MO
Late night in Florissant on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florissant, MO to Ashland, 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
2h 32m
Distance
125.6 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
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6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 53m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 52m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florissant, MO
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Ashland, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
Florissant, MO to Ashland, MO is 125.6 miles and takes about 2h 32m via I 70 and US 63, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Midwest region, traversing Missouri for its entirety. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward and efficient option for getting from point A to point B. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll find this drive offers a practical way to cover ground without requiring an overnight stay. Consider this an easy transit between two points in the same state.
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
62.8 miles from Florissant, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 103.2 mi | 2h 2m |
| US 63 | 13.1 mi | 14m |
| Rosemary Straub Davison Highway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Lindbergh Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Washington Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Broadway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 63 Conn | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North New Florissant Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 103.2 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florissant, MO and Ashland, MO.
1
Start on North New Florissant Road
87 ft
·
5 sec
·
North New Florissant Road
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
3
Turn left onto US 67
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Lindbergh Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 270
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 20A
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
7
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
this road
Exit 20A-B
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 20B
Toward I 70 West: Kansas City
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 70
103 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 128A
Toward US 63: Jefferson City, Moberly
11
Turn left onto US 63 Conn
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 63 Conn
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
Use the straight lane.
13
Merge onto US 63
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 63
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
15
Enter roundabout onto East Broadway
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Broadway
16
Continue on East Broadway
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Broadway
17
Enter roundabout onto MO Y
264 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Broadway
18
Continue on MO Y
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Broadway
19
Arrive at destination
MO Y
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2h 32m duration, this trip is ideal for a same-day journey, allowing you to leave anytime and arrive with plenty of daylight. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, plan your fill-ups accordingly, though you likely won't need many stops. The route features a significant 103.2-mile stretch on I 70, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the longer segments, especially if departing from a less populated area.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.8 miles from Florissant, MO, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.2 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 28 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.8 miles or 1h 17m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ashland, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Florissant, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Florissant, MO
This is one driving day of about 125.6 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Florissant, 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 I 70 for about 103.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.8 miles from Florissant, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.2 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 6.9 and 111.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
6.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 20A
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
8
7.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 West: Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20B
Toward I 70 West: Kansas City
6
111.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 63: Jefferson City, Moberly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 128A
Toward US 63: Jefferson City, Moberly
6
111.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
|
US 63 Conn
Turn left onto US 63 Conn
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
111.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.64 one way
$39.27 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.56 | $43.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.17 | $48.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.73 | $55.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.19 | $6.03 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.58 | $8.04 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Ashland, MO
Late night in Ashland on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Warrenton, MO
63 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
5 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
2h 32m 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 overwhelmingly a highway-focused experience, with 93% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 70 and US 63. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 103.2 miles on I 70, meaning extended periods of consistent speed and straightforward navigation. Expect a smooth, uninterrupted flow for the majority of your trip. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficiency and direct travel rather than winding country lanes or scenic detours. It's designed for covering distance.
93% 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: 103.2 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and US 63. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 125.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Florissant, MO and Ashland, MO, road signs point toward Kansas City and Moberly.
Kansas City
6.9 mi in
|
~10m
Moberly
111.2 mi in
|
~2h 15m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 125.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 103.2 miles on I 70. 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 Ashland, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ashland, 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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