If you are planning a trip from Florissant to Perryville, expect a straightforward journey covering 95.7 miles through the Missouri Midwest. You can anticipate roughly 1 hour and 55 minutes of time behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget approximately $15 for fuel to complete the trip. Because the drive is relatively short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless you have additional business in the area. Navigating through the region involves transitioning between the Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway, the Rosemary Straub Davison Highway, and US 61. This route offers a practical way to connect these two points without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.8 miles from Florissant, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
57.5 mi
1h 1m
Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
24.3 mi
30m
US 61
5.3 mi
7m
Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway
1.8 mi
2m
Lindbergh Boulevard
1.7 mi
3m
Rosa Parks Highway
1.5 mi
1m
Washington Street
1 mi
1m
MO M
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
— 57.5 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florissant, MO and Perryville, 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
24 mi·30 min·Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·27 sec
Exit 1AToward I 55, US 61, US 67: Saint Louis, Memphis, Lemay Ferry RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·43 sec
Toward I 55 South: Memphis
8
Merge onto I 55
1.5 mi·1 min·Rosa Parks Highway
9
Continue on I 55
1.8 mi·2 min·Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway
10
Continue on I 55
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 135Toward MO M: Brewer
12
Turn left onto MO M
0.6 mi·1 min·MO M
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 61; MO M
5.3 mi·7 min·US 61; MO M
14
Enter roundabout onto MO B
55 ft·0 sec·North Main Street
15
Continue on MO B
0.5 mi·1 min·North Main Street
16
Turn left onto East Saint Joseph Street
365 ft·18 sec·East Saint Joseph Street
17
Turn right onto South Spring Street
221 ft·9 sec·South Spring Street
18
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable sub-two-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best suits your schedule. You should plan to complete the journey without any mandatory stops, as the duration is short enough to drive straight through. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as a $15 fill-up should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, it is wise to check your route maps in advance to familiarize yourself with the transition points between the Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway and US 61. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to enjoy a stress-free trip without the need for complex travel logistics.
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 47.8 miles from Florissant, MO, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.5 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 21 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.8 miles or 59m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Perryville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Florissant, MO
This is one driving day of about 95.7 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Florissant, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway for about 57.5 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 3.1 and 95.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.1 mi into trip|~6m in|I 270 / Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
Merge onto I 270 / Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
27.4 mi into trip|~36m in
Take the exit toward I 55, US 61, US 67: Saint Louis, Memphis, Lemay Ferry Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward I 55, US 61, US 67: Saint Louis, Memphis...
5
27.7 mi into trip|~36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 55 South: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South: Memphis
5
89 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward MO M: Brewer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 135
Toward MO M: Brewer
5
95.7 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|South Spring Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.96 one way
$29.92 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$16.43
$32.85
premium
$4.89
$18.42
$36.83
diesel
$5.61
$21.13
$42.26
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.7
0
$10.05
$4.59
Efficient EV
23.9
0
$8.37
$3.83
EV Truck/SUV
38.3
0
$13.40
$6.12
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Florissant, MO
Night
in Florissant on Saturday
Local time
9:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Perryville, MO
Night
in Perryville on Saturday
Local time
9:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Imperial, MO
48 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
27 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
1h 55m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route features a modest 6% highway share, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads. You will cover your longest uninterrupted stretch of 57.5 miles while traveling on the Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway. As you transition between the various highways and local stretches, the rhythm of the drive shifts, requiring you to stay alert through the frequent turns. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road layout throughout the entire 95.7-mile distance.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.5 mi on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near I 270 / Rosemary Straub Davison Highway.
Driving Effort6/10
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 95.7 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 3.1 miles (I 270 / Rosemary Straub Davison Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Perryville, MO, road signs point toward Memphis and Mo M: Brewer.
Memphis
27.4 mi in|~36m
Mo M: Brewer
89 mi in|~1h 43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 95.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.5 miles on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway. 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 Perryville, 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 3.1 miles (I 270 / Rosemary Straub Davison Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Perryville, MO before heading back.
