Connecting Saint Peters to Claycomo, this 223.7-mile Missouri route is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that takes approximately 4 hours and 14 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to budget about $34 for fuel to complete the transit across the Midwest. Since the entire trip takes place within Missouri, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It is a practical, no-nonsense path for drivers looking to cover distance efficiently while staying on major corridors.
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
111.8 miles from Saint Peters, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
204.9 mi
3h 51m
Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
7.8 mi
9m
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
5.6 mi
6m
Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
1.8 mi
2m
I435 N
1.3 mi
1m
George Brett Super Highway
0.8 mi
<1m
Lewis & Clark Trail
0.1 mi
<1m
I 435
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 204.9 mi, about 3h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Peters, MO and Claycomo, MO.
Exit 8BToward I 435 North, US 24 East: Des MoinesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 435; US 24
7.8 mi·9 min·Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
8
Continue on I435 N
1.3 mi·1 min·I435 N
9
Continue on I 435
365 ft·4 sec·I 435
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 52AToward US 69: ClaycomoUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto US 69
487 ft·22 sec·Lewis & Clark Trail
Use the left / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 69
281 ft·14 sec·Lewis & Clark Trail
13
Arrive at destination
US 69
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 14-minute trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the longest stretch spans 204.9 miles on I-70, timing your break in the middle of that segment will help you avoid fatigue behind the wheel. Flexibility is a major advantage on a route this length, as you can easily adjust your departure time to avoid the heaviest traffic near the urban start and end points. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long interstate sections, even though the total cost is estimated at a manageable $34. Prioritizing a mid-route rest will ensure you arrive in Claycomo feeling sharp and ready for your next destination.
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 111.8 miles from Saint Peters, MO, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 204.9 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 49 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.8 miles or 2h 6m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Claycomo, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint Peters, 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 Peters, MO
This is one driving day of about 223.7 miles and 4h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Saint Peters, 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 204.9 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 223.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|I 70
Depart onto I 70
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
213.1 mi into trip|~4h in
Take the exit toward I 435 North, US 24 East: Des Moines
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8B
Toward I 435 North, US 24 East: Des Moines
3
214.2 mi into trip|~4h 3m in|I 435; US 24 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 435; US 24 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
223.4 mi into trip|~4h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 69: Claycomo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52A
Toward US 69: Claycomo
5
223.5 mi into trip|~4h 14m in|US 69 / Lewis & Clark Trail
Turn left onto US 69 / Lewis & Clark Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.97 one way
$69.95 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$38.40
$76.80
premium
$4.89
$43.05
$86.10
diesel
$5.61
$49.39
$98.78
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: 78.3 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
67.1
0
$23.49
$10.74
Efficient EV
55.9
0
$19.57
$8.95
EV Truck/SUV
89.5
1
$31.32
$14.32
Gas CO2
78 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 13, 2026
Origin
Saint Peters, MO
Night
in Saint Peters on Saturday
Local time
11:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny
S 15 mph12% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:50AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:39AM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Destination
Claycomo, MO
Night
in Claycomo on Saturday
Local time
11:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Columbia, MO
112 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
29 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 14m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a classic interstate experience, as 92% of this trip is spent on high-speed highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-70, which accounts for a significant 204.9-mile stretch of the journey. The route also utilizes the Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway and the Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway to navigate the landscape. Because the road is heavily highway-reliant, the driving is generally fast and direct rather than technical or winding. You will find that the personality of this drive is defined by steady, uninterrupted momentum across the state.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 204.9 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 70.
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 14m drive. You will face about 5 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 (I 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 213.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 214.2 miles (I 435; US 24 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
905 ft443 ft
Total Climb
933 ft
Total Descent
586 ft
Highest Point
905 ft
~37.3 mi in
Elevation Range
462 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 14m. Total distance: 223.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 204.9 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: near the start (I 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 213.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 214.2 miles (I 435; US 24 / Lamar Hunt Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Claycomo, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
