Origin
Leadwood, MO
Morning in Leadwood on Tuesday
Local time
6:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leadwood, 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
1h 24m
Distance
68 mi
109 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leadwood, MO
Kelly
Trip Overview
This 68-mile drive from Leadwood, MO to St. Louis, MO takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on US 67 and I 55, with a short section on Rosa Parks Highway, covering about 75% highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this is an economical journey. The route stays within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward transition from a more rural starting point to a major metropolitan area. It's a manageable distance that allows for a full day of activities at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 67 | 26.6 mi | 30m |
| I 55 | 20.5 mi | 22m |
| Rosa Parks Highway | 12.5 mi | 15m |
| MO 8 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| South Desloge Drive | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Tucker Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| West Warner Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Gravois Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 67
— 26.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leadwood, MO and St. Louis, MO.
1
Start on West Warner Drive
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Warner Drive
2
Turn left onto Hunt Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Hunt Street
3
Turn right onto MO 8
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
MO 8
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 67 Business; MO 8
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Desloge Drive
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
6
Merge onto US 67
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 67
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 67
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
9
Merge onto I 55
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 55
10
Continue on I 55
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Rosa Parks Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 207A
Toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn slight right onto Gravois Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Gravois Avenue
13
Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tucker Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Market Street
86 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Street
15
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34 miles from Leadwood, 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 4.1 and 66.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 67 Business; MO 8 / South Desloge Drive
At end of road, turn left onto US 67 Business; MO 8 / South Desloge Drive
Navigation decision point
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
Navigation decision point
Toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
4
32.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 67
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
32.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
7
66.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 207A
Toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.63 one way
$21.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.67 | $23.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.09 | $26.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
St. Louis, MO
Morning in St. Louis on Tuesday
Local time
6:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 8 to 15 mph
32% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 9:07AM CDT until April 23 at 1:23AM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 9:07AM CDT until April 20 at 11:26AM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
73°F
Imperial, MO
34 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
13 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 24m 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 highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 75% of the journey on interstates and major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.6 miles on US 67, providing a good opportunity to settle into a steady pace. As you progress, the character of the road will likely shift from the more open highway feel of US 67 to the faster, more urban approach as you near St. Louis on I 55. This blend offers a mix of efficient travel and the increasing signs of a major city.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.6 mi on US 67.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 67 and I 55. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near US 67 Business; MO 8 / South Desloge Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 68 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.1 miles (US 67 Business; MO 8 / South Desloge Drive): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
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 1h 24m. Total distance: 68 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.6 miles on US 67. 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 4.1 miles (US 67 Business; MO 8 / South Desloge Drive): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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