Origin
Hermann, MO
Late night in Hermann on Sunday
Local time
2:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hermann, MO to O'Fallon, 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 16m
Distance
59 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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O'Fallon, MO
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Trip Overview
This 59-mile drive from Hermann to O'Fallon, Missouri, is a manageable 1 hour and 16 minutes, making it an ideal day trip within the Midwest region. Expect a fuel cost of around $9 for this journey. With no designated stops and a predominantly local road feel, this route is best suited for those who enjoy a more direct and less highway-intensive travel experience. You'll spend your time navigating through familiar streets rather than high-speed interstates, so plan for a relaxed pace. This journey is perfectly suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 42.1 mi | 50m |
| Market Street | 15.6 mi | 22m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Drennen Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 42.1 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hermann, MO and O'Fallon, MO.
1
Start on East 4th Street
146 ft
·
8 sec
·
East 4th Street
2
Turn right onto MO 19; MO 100
319 ft
·
5 sec
·
Market Street
3
Continue on MO 19; MO 100
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Market Street
4
Enter roundabout
169 ft
·
3 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
5
Continue
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
6
Merge onto I 70; US 40
42 mi
·
50 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto Drennen Parkway
150 ft
·
3 sec
·
Drennen Parkway
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
9
Keep slight right at fork onto Drennen Parkway
166 ft
·
5 sec
·
Drennen Parkway
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
10
Turn slight left
62 ft
·
2 sec
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
11
Continue on South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
12
Turn right
25 ft
·
1 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 29.5 miles from Hermann, 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 0 and 58.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MO 19; MO 100 / Market Street
Turn right onto MO 19; MO 100 / Market Street
Navigation decision point
7
15.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Enter roundabout toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
5
15.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Right toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
6
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward MO K: O'Fallon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
6
58.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Drennen Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Drennen Parkway toward MO K: O'Fallon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.22 one way
$18.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.35 | $22.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.03 | $26.05 |
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 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.16 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.26 | $3.78 |
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
O'Fallon, MO
Late night in O'Fallon on Sunday
Local time
2:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Warrenton, MO
30 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
3 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 16m 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?
The character of this 59-mile route is defined by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, with a 0% highway share. You'll be spending most of your time on local roads, including Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Market Street, and South Main Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.1 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. This means you'll likely be navigating through towns and various intersections rather than experiencing long, open highway stretches. Be prepared for frequent turns and a dynamic driving experience as you transition between different local road segments.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.1 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 19; MO 100 / Market Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 19; MO 100 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 59 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.1 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. 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 (MO 19; MO 100 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at O'Fallon, 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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