This 217.6-mile drive from Saint Ann, Missouri, to Blue Springs, Missouri, will take you about 4 hours and 11 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day trip. With a highway share of 98%, expect a focused driving experience primarily on I-70. Your estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $34. Since both locations are within the Midwest region, you won't be crossing any major geographical divides. This route is a straightforward option for a single-day excursion, allowing for plenty of flexibility.
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
108.8 miles from Saint Ann, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
213.6 mi
4h 2m
Saint Charles Rock Road
2 mi
3m
Northwest 15th Street
0.5 mi
1m
Northwest R D Mize Road
0.5 mi
1m
MO 7
0.5 mi
1m
San Jose Lane
<0.1 mi
<1m
Southwest 15th Street
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Longest stretch:
I 70
— 213.6 mi, about 4h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Ann, MO and Blue Springs, MO.
1
Start on San Jose Lane
421 ft·24 sec·San Jose Lane
2
Turn left onto MO 180
2.0 mi·3 min·Saint Charles Rock Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·19 sec
Toward I 70 WestUse the slight right lane.
4
Merge onto I 70
214 mi·4 hr 2 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 20Toward MO 7: Blue Springs, Lake LotawanaUse the slight right lane.
6
Turn left onto MO 7
0.5 mi·1 min·MO 7
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto Northwest R D Mize Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Northwest R D Mize Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto Northwest 15th Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Northwest 15th Street
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Arrive at destination
Southwest 15th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, departing Saint Ann in the morning will allow you to reach Blue Springs by lunchtime or early afternoon, leaving your day open. With only one recommended stop, you have considerable flexibility in when and where you choose to break up the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially for the long 213.6-mile stretch on I-70; topping off before you leave Saint Ann is a good strategy. This route is well-suited for a single-day adventure, so you can easily adjust your departure time based on your preferences.
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 108.8 miles from Saint Ann, MO, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 213.6 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 48 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.8 miles or 2h 5m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blue Springs, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint Ann, 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 Saint Ann, MO
This is one driving day of about 217.6 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Saint Ann, 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 213.6 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 217.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.1 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 70 West
5
2.4 mi into trip|~4m in|I 70
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
216 mi into trip|~4h 7m in
Take the exit toward MO 7: Blue Springs, Lake Lotawana
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 20
Toward MO 7: Blue Springs, Lake Lotawana
5
216.2 mi into trip|~4h 7m in|MO 7
Turn left onto MO 7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
217.1 mi into trip|~4h 9m in|Northwest 15th Street
At end of road, turn left onto Northwest 15th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.02 one way
$68.04 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$37.35
$74.70
premium
$4.89
$41.88
$83.75
diesel
$5.61
$48.04
$96.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.3
0
$22.85
$10.44
Efficient EV
54.4
0
$19.04
$8.70
EV Truck/SUV
87
1
$30.46
$13.93
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Saint Ann, MO
Late night
in Saint Ann on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Sunny
NW 10 to 15 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Blue Springs, MO
Late night
in Blue Springs on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 11m 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?
This drive is overwhelmingly a highway-focused experience, with 98% of the journey taking place on major interstates. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on I-70, which provides a consistent and efficient path for the entire 213.6-mile longest stretch. While the profile is primarily highway, you will encounter brief segments on Saint Charles Rock Road and Northwest 15th Street as you navigate through urban and suburban areas. Expect a predictable and largely uninterrupted flow for most of the trip.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 213.6 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Saint Charles Rock Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 11m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 216 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 11m. Total distance: 217.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 213.6 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.
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: at 2.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 216 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Blue Springs, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
