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Trip from Plattsburg, 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

4h 45m

Distance

237 mi

381 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 32m ★
6 AM
4h 45m
8 AM
5h 12m
10 AM
4h 55m
12 PM
4h 52m
3 PM
4h 56m
5 PM
5h 11m
8 PM
4h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 237-mile drive from Plattsburg, MO, to O'Fallon, MO, is planned for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and the U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, with some time on Main Street. With a fuel cost estimated at $37, this Midwest to Midwest journey is a manageable day trip. The route offers a practical way to travel between these two Missouri locations, characterized by its frequent turns. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive.

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

118.5 miles from Plattsburg, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 109.9 mi 2h 7m
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway 54.4 mi 58m
Main Street 45.2 mi 1h 1m
MO 116 10.5 mi 13m
East Clay Avenue 6.3 mi 8m
North Street 5.7 mi 7m
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway 1.9 mi 2m
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway 1.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 109.9 mi, about 2h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Plattsburg, MO and O'Fallon, MO.

1

Start on North 2nd Street

66 ft · 5 sec · North 2nd Street
2

Turn right onto West Locust Street

274 ft · 14 sec · West Locust Street
3

Turn right onto North Main Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · North Main Street
4

Turn left onto MO 116

6.3 mi · 8 min · East Clay Avenue
5

Continue on MO 33; MO 116

5.7 mi · 7 min · North Street
6

Enter roundabout onto MO 116

119 ft · 2 sec · MO 116
7

Continue on MO 116

11 mi · 13 min · MO 116
8

Turn right onto MO 13

45 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Main Street
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia
10

Merge onto I 70; US 40

20 mi · 21 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
11

Continue on I 70; US 40

32 mi · 34 min · U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

22 mi · 24 min · U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
13

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.8 mi · 2 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
14

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.6 mi · 1 min · Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
15

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.9 mi · 2 min · Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
16

Continue on I 70; US 40

88 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward MO K: O'Fallon Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Turn straight onto Drennen Parkway

150 ft · 3 sec · Drennen Parkway
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
19

Keep slight right at fork onto Drennen Parkway

166 ft · 5 sec · Drennen Parkway
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
20

Turn slight left

62 ft · 2 sec
Toward MO K: O'Fallon
21

Continue on South Main Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
22

Turn right

25 ft · 1 sec
23

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour and 45-minute duration, this route is best tackled in a single day. To make the most of your drive, consider an early morning departure from Plattsburg to avoid any potential midday traffic, especially as you approach O'Fallon. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility to take it when needed, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 109.9-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, as services might be more spread out during that segment.

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 118.5 miles from Plattsburg, MO, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.9 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 52 miles or 1h 10m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 118.5 miles or 2h 26m 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 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near O'Fallon, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Plattsburg, 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 Plattsburg, MO

This is one driving day of about 237 miles and 4h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Plattsburg, 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 109.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Saline County, Missouri, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Marshall, MO

119 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.

Popular next leg

Marshall, MO to O'Fallon, MO

151.9 mi · 3h

Pacing Suggestions

Excelsior Springs, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Franklin, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 118.5 miles from Plattsburg, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 67.7

Higginsville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16602071324

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 237

O'Fallon, Missouri

+18889982546

Visit website

Pilot EV Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 118.5

Boonville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16608829120

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 152.3

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 169.3

Kingdom City, Missouri

+15733106020

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 169.3

Kingdom City, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 237

St Peters, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 203.1

Warrenton, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16364562001

Visit website

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 0 and 236.3 — 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 | West Locust Street

Turn right onto West Locust Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Main Street

Turn right onto North Main Street

Navigation decision point

7
67.9 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Columbia
6
236 mi into trip | ~4h 42m 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
236.3 mi into trip | ~4h 43m 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

$37.05 one way

$74.10 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $40.68 $81.36
premium $4.89 $45.61 $91.22
diesel $5.61 $52.33 $104.65

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 82.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 71.1 0 $24.88 $11.38
Efficient EV 59.3 0 $20.74 $9.48
EV Truck/SUV 94.8 1 $33.18 $15.17

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Plattsburg, MO

Night in Plattsburg on Saturday

Local time

11:17 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

O'Fallon, MO

Night in O'Fallon on Saturday

Local time

11:17 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Marshall, MO

119 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

19 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 45m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 237-mile stretch. While about 75% of the route involves highways (indicated by a highway share of 4 out of 5), the profile suggests frequent changes in direction rather than continuous, high-speed travel. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll experience is 109.9 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. This means your driving experience will involve a mix of steady highway cruising and more engaged navigation through local roads and intersections.

Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.9 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 West Locust 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 4h 45m drive. You will face about 12 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 (West Locust Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 67.9 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 45m. Total distance: 237 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 109.9 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. 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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Locust Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at O'Fallon, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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