Rogersville to Florissant is 225.1 miles and takes about 4h 21m via I 44 and I 270, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Missouri, traversing the Midwest region. It's a primarily highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward trip if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. With a single recommended day, you can expect a smooth journey without needing to plan for an overnight stay, though you'll want to be mindful of the total driving time.
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
112.6 miles from Rogersville, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 44
186.8 mi
3h 22m
I 270
18.8 mi
23m
MO 125
10.6 mi
18m
North Lindbergh Boulevard
1.8 mi
3m
US 60
1.6 mi
1m
East Center Street
1.5 mi
2m
US Historic 66
1.3 mi
2m
West Washington Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 186.8 mi, about 3h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogersville, MO and Florissant, MO.
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Start on US 60 Business
1.5 mi·2 min·East Center Street
2
Turn left
358 ft·7 sec
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
4
Merge onto US 60
1.6 mi·1 min·US 60
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
6
Enter roundabout onto MO 125
36 ft·0 sec·MO 125
7
Continue on MO 125
4.4 mi·7 min·MO 125
8
Turn right onto MO 125
5.9 mi·10 min·MO 125
9
Turn right onto US Historic 66; MO 125; MO OO
1.3 mi·2 min·US Historic 66; MO 125; MO OO
10
Continue on MO 125
0.1 mi·17 sec·MO 125
11
Turn slight right onto MO 125
360 ft·8 sec·MO 125
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 44 East: Rolla
13
Merge onto I 44
187 mi·3 hr 22 min·I 44
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Exit 276Toward I 270: Chicago, MemphisUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·11 sec
Toward I 270 North: ChicagoUse the slight left lane.
16
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·52 sec·this road
Exit 276Toward I 270 North: Chicago
17
Merge onto I 270
19 mi·23 min·I 270
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 25Toward US 67Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto US 67
1.8 mi·3 min·North Lindbergh Boulevard
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto West Washington Street
1.0 mi·2 min·West Washington Street
21
Turn left onto North New Florissant Road
87 ft·1 sec·North New Florissant Road
22
Arrive at destination
North New Florissant Road
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 21m estimated duration and 225.1 miles, leaving in the morning from Rogersville will comfortably get you to Florissant the same day. The $35 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check current prices. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch being nearly 187 miles, plan your single break strategically along I 44 to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. This route is about efficient travel, so focus on smooth progress rather than detours.
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 112.6 miles from Rogersville, MO, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.8 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 50 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.6 miles or 2h 12m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florissant, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rogersville, 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 Rogersville, MO
This is one driving day of about 225.1 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Rogersville, 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 44 for about 186.8 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 3.6 and 222.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.6 mi into trip|~5m in|MO 125
Enter roundabout onto MO 125
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
202.4 mi into trip|~3h 50m in
Take the exit toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
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 276
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
8
202.6 mi into trip|~3h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
7
222 mi into trip|~4h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 67
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25
Toward US 67
6
222.3 mi into trip|~4h 15m in|US 67 / North Lindbergh Boulevard
Turn left onto US 67 / North Lindbergh Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.19 one way
$70.38 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg79 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$38.64
$77.28
premium
$4.89
$43.32
$86.64
diesel
$5.61
$49.70
$99.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67.5
0
$23.64
$10.80
Efficient EV
56.3
0
$19.70
$9.00
EV Truck/SUV
90
1
$31.51
$14.41
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 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 18, 2026
Origin
Rogersville, MO
Late night
in Rogersville on Sunday
Local time
5:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Sunny
N 14 to 17 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Florissant, MO
Late night
in Florissant on Sunday
Local time
5:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Washington, MO
113 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
25 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
4h 21m 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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
$19
near mile 225.1
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 7.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for 97% of this journey, primarily on I 44 and I 270. You'll encounter one long stretch of 186.8 miles on I 44, meaning extended periods of consistent driving. While the profile suggests a highway-focused drive, the inclusion of MO 125 indicates there might be brief transitions off the main interstates. Overall, prepare for a steady pace with minimal interruptions from local traffic.
97% 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: 186.8 mi on I 44.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and I 270. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near MO 125.
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 225.1 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 3.6 miles (MO 125): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 202.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Rogersville, MO to Florissant, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
202.4 mi in|~3h 50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 21m. Total distance: 225.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 186.8 miles on I 44. 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 Florissant, 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 3.6 miles (MO 125): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 202.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway Arch National Park and Wilson's Creek National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Florissant, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
