This 231.9-mile journey from Old Jamestown, MO to East Independence, MO is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 36 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 94% of the drive on major roads like I-70. You'll find the fuel cost to be around $36, making it an economical option for a quick trip within the Midwest. With only one recommended stop, this drive is designed for efficiency, allowing you to reach your destination without extensive planning. Consider this a practical option for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
116 miles from Old Jamestown, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
215.4 mi
4h 4m
Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
3.7 mi
4m
Patterson Road
2.3 mi
5m
Lindbergh Boulevard
2 mi
4m
South Little Blue Parkway
1.6 mi
3m
South Jackson Drive
1.2 mi
2m
Vaile Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
Holke Road
0.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 215.4 mi, about 4h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Jamestown, MO and East Independence, MO.
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Start on this road
0.3 mi·1 min·this road
2
Turn right onto Old Halls Ferry Road
0.3 mi·33 sec·Old Halls Ferry Road
3
Enter roundabout onto Vaile Avenue
209 ft·4 sec·Vaile Avenue
4
Continue on Vaile Avenue
1.1 mi·2 min·Vaile Avenue
5
Continue on Patterson Road
2.3 mi·5 min·Patterson Road
6
Turn slight right
247 ft·5 sec
Toward US 67 South
7
Turn straight onto US 67
2.0 mi·4 min·Lindbergh Boulevard
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 270
3.7 mi·4 min·Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·25 sec
Exit 20AToward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
11
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·42 sec·this road
Exit 20A-BToward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas CityUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·41 sec
Exit 20BToward I 70 West: Kansas CityUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 70
215 mi·4 hr 4 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 17Toward Little Blue Parkway, 39th Street, Mall EntranceUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto South Little Blue Parkway
1.6 mi·3 min·South Little Blue Parkway
16
Turn left onto East R.D. Mize Road
0.2 mi·37 sec·East R.D. Mize Road
17
Turn right onto South Jackson Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·South Jackson Drive
18
Turn straight onto Holke Road
0.9 mi·2 min·Holke Road
19
Turn left onto East Truman Road
0.7 mi·1 min·East Truman Road
20
Turn right onto Main Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Main Road
21
Turn right onto East 9th Street South
79 ft·3 sec·East 9th Street South
22
Arrive at destination
East 9th Street South
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 36 minute duration, starting your drive in the morning from Old Jamestown will get you to East Independence with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one stop suggested and the longest stretch being over 200 miles, plan your fuel and rest breaks strategically, perhaps around the midway point of your 231.9-mile journey. The $36 fuel estimate is helpful for budgeting, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 215.4-mile segment on I-70 where services might be less frequent than you'd expect. This route is built for speed, so minimizing lengthy stops is key to arriving on time.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116 miles from Old Jamestown, MO, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 215.4 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 51 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116 miles or 2h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Independence, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Old Jamestown, 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 Old Jamestown, MO
This is one driving day of about 231.9 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Old Jamestown, 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 215.4 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 226.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|Vaile Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Vaile Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
6.4 mi into trip|~14m 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.
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10.1 mi into trip|~19m 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
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10.9 mi into trip|~20m 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
8
226.7 mi into trip|~4h 25m in
Take the exit toward Little Blue Parkway, 39th Street, Mall Entrance
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward Little Blue Parkway, 39th Street, Mall E...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.25 one way
$72.51 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$39.81
$79.61
premium
$4.89
$44.63
$89.25
diesel
$5.61
$51.20
$102.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
37 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Bridgeton, MO
Tesla
16 DCFC
Streets of St. Charles - Tesla Supercharger
St. Charles, MO
Tesla
12 DCFC
Dorsett Square
Maryland Heights, MO
eVgo Network
8 DCFC
Dierbergs Market - Tesla Supercharger
Lake St Louis, MO
Tesla
8 DCFC
The Holiday Inn - Columbia East - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.6
0
$24.35
$11.13
Efficient EV
58
0
$20.29
$9.28
EV Truck/SUV
92.8
1
$32.47
$14.84
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Old Jamestown, MO
Late night
in Old Jamestown on Tuesday
Local time
4:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
East Independence, MO
Late night
in East Independence on Tuesday
Local time
4:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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
4h 36m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gateway Arch National Park
National Park
Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, as 94% of the drive utilizes major interstates and highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 215.4 miles primarily on I-70, meaning you'll have extended periods of consistent driving. While the majority of the trip is on high-speed roads, brief segments on Rosemary Straub Davison Highway and Patterson Road offer a slight change of pace before rejoining the main thoroughfare. This drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, rather than winding scenic byways.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 215.4 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Rosemary Straub Davison Highway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Vaile Avenue.
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 231.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.5 miles (Vaile Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.4 miles (I 270 / Rosemary Straub Davison Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 231.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 215.4 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 East Independence, 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 0.5 miles (Vaile Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.4 miles (I 270 / Rosemary Straub Davison Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway Arch National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at East Independence, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
