Origin
Kirkwood, MO
Late night in Kirkwood on Tuesday
Local time
3:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kirkwood, MO to St. Louis, 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
21m
Distance
13.9 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kirkwood, MO
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Kirkwood to St. Louis is a quick, 13.9-mile journey that typically takes about 21 minutes under normal traffic conditions. Because this is a short trip within the Midwest, you can easily complete it in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a casual local excursion. Budgeting about $2 for fuel is more than sufficient for this commute. Since the route involves no scheduled stops, you have the freedom to manage your own timeline. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two Missouri locations, perfect for those who prefer a brief, efficient drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| South Jefferson Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Adams Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Lockwood Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
— 3.5 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kirkwood, MO and St. Louis, MO.
1
Start on West Adams Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Adams Avenue
2
Continue on West Lockwood Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lockwood Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto North Berry Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Berry Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 44 East: Saint Louis
5
Merge onto I 44
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway
6
Continue on I 44
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
7
Continue on I 44
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
8
Continue on I 44
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 289
Toward Jefferson Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto South Jefferson Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Jefferson Avenue
11
Turn right onto Market Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Street
12
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 12.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
North Berry Road
At end of road, turn right onto North Berry Road
Navigation decision point
3
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 44 East: Saint Louis
Navigation decision point
Toward I 44 East: Saint Louis
3
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 44 / Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 44 / Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
7
11.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward Jefferson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 289
Toward Jefferson Avenue
3
12.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Market Street
Turn right onto Market Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.17 one way
$4.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.67 | $5.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Late night in St. Louis on Tuesday
Local time
3:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Partly Cloudy
S 9 to 14 mph
9% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 13 at 9:58PM CDT until April 13 at 10:30PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill...
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 13 at 9:58PM CDT until April 13 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill...
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 that keeps you engaged rather than a monotonous interstate haul. With zero percent of the route consisting of major highway miles, you will navigate through local roads that shift frequently. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is just 3.5 miles along the Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway. You will also spend time navigating the Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway and the Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway. This path offers a localized experience that demands your attention at intersections and turns.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.5 mi on Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 around 1.6 miles in near North Berry Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (North Berry Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 44 / Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
659 ft
453 ft
Total Climb
91 ft
Total Descent
286 ft
Highest Point
659 ft
Elevation Range
207 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Kirkwood, MO
Full guide →St. Louis County is an area in the St. Louis Area of Missouri. Its current boundaries were set in 1877, when St. Louis City split off to become an independent city separate from any county. It is the most populated part of the St. Louis area, though it has fewer sites of interest than the City. It mostly consists of suburban residential areas.
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 21m. Total distance: 13.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m 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 with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.5 miles on Officer Michael Barwick Memorial 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: at 1.6 miles (North Berry Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 44 / Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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