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Trip from Shelbina, MO to Saint Peters, MO

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 29m

Distance

124.3 mi

200 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 20m ★
6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 50m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 49m
8 PM
2h 24m

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

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Downtown Shelbina, MO, MO

Shelbina, MO

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Saint Peters, MO

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Trip Overview

This 124.3-mile drive from Shelbina, MO, to Saint Peters, MO, will take approximately 2 hours and 29 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Avenue of the Saints, Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, and Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, this route offers a straightforward journey through Missouri's Midwest region. With a manageable fuel cost estimated at $19, it's perfectly suited for a single-day trip, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. The overall feel is that of a local drive, with a significant portion involving turns and navigating local roads.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

62.2 miles from Shelbina, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Avenue of the Saints 73.7 mi 1h 27m
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway 29.2 mi 33m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 10.9 mi 13m
V.F.W. Memorial Highway 5.8 mi 6m
Veterans Road 2.1 mi 3m
Paris Gravel Road 0.5 mi 1m
North Center Street 0.3 mi <1m
West Chestnut Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Avenue of the Saints — 73.7 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Shelbina, MO and Saint Peters, MO.

1

Start on West Chestnut Street

0.1 mi · 38 sec · West Chestnut Street
2

Turn left onto MO 15

0.3 mi · 26 sec · North Center Street
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 17 sec
Toward US 36 East, MO 110 East: Monroe City
4

Merge onto US 36; MO 110

29 mi · 33 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
5

Continue on US 24; US 36; MO 110

5.8 mi · 6 min · V.F.W. Memorial Highway
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward Veterans Road
7

Turn right onto Veterans Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Veterans Road
8

At end of road, turn left onto County Road 422

279 ft · 6 sec · County Road 422
9

Continue on Paris Gravel Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Paris Gravel Road
10

Take the ramp

120 ft · 3 sec
11

Merge onto US 61

74 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Avenue of the Saints
Use the right lane.
12

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13

Merge onto I 70

11 mi · 13 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Exit 222A Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight left at fork

205 ft · 4 sec
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive Use the slight left lane.
16

Turn straight onto Mid Rivers Mall Drive

198 ft · 5 sec · Mid Rivers Mall Drive
17

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville Use the slight left lane.
18

Merge onto I 70

479 ft · 6 sec · I 70
19

Arrive at destination

I 70

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour and 29-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single day. Aim for an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours and allow for flexibility. With no designated stops, you can create your own rhythm, perhaps pausing for a quick break around the 73.7-mile mark on the Avenue of the Saints. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $19 estimated cost suggests you won't need to refuel extensively, but it's always wise to be prepared. The 'turn-heavy' nature means staying alert and consulting your navigation frequently will be key.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 62.2 miles from Shelbina, MO, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.7 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 27 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 62.2 miles or 1h 15m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 2m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Peters, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Shelbina, 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 Shelbina, MO

This is one driving day of about 124.3 miles and 2h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Shelbina, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Avenue of the Saints for about 73.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Troy, MO

62 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Monroe City, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bowling Green, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 62.2 miles from Shelbina, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Avenue of the Saints if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.7 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Mario's Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

O'Fallon, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+16363392346

Visit website

EVXY Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Troy, Missouri

+18554382474

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Hannibal, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route

Wentzville, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Lake St Louis, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

O'Fallon, Missouri

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

St Peters, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Hannibal, Missouri

+18004891588

Visit website

EVXY Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Moscow Mills, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18554382474

Visit website

QuikTrip

0.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.1 mi from route

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 124 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward US 36 East, MO 110 East: Monroe City

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 36 East, MO 110 East: Monroe City
6
112.3 mi into trip | ~2h 14m in

Take the exit toward I 70 East: Saint Louis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
7
123.7 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in

Take the exit toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 222A Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
8
123.9 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
6
124 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in

Take the ramp toward I 70 West: Wentzville

Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 70 West: Wentzville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.43 one way

$38.87 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $21.34 $42.67
premium $4.89 $23.92 $47.84
diesel $5.61 $27.44 $54.89

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 43.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 37.3 0 $13.05 $5.97
Efficient EV 31.1 0 $10.88 $4.97
EV Truck/SUV 49.7 0 $17.40 $7.96

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (65% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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

Shelbina, MO

Late night in Shelbina on Tuesday

Local time

5:44 AM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint Peters, MO

Late night in Saint Peters on Tuesday

Local time

5:44 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Mostly Clear

S 5 mph 3% chance Live forecast

68°F

Troy, MO

62 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

5 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

2h 29m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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

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...

26 mi from route ~66 min detour $19 near mile 124.3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with only 24% of the journey on highways. While you'll encounter stretches of the Avenue of the Saints, the longest uninterrupted segment is 73.7 miles, indicating a need for attention as you transition between different road types. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it’s a route that will have you actively navigating, making it feel more engaging and less like a passive commute. Be prepared for varied road conditions and frequent changes in direction as you progress.

Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.7 mi on Avenue of the Saints.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 124.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 124.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 73.7 miles on Avenue of the Saints. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Saint Peters, 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. There are 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Gateway Arch National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Saint Peters, MO before heading back.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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