Origin
Slater, MO
Morning in Slater on Sunday
Local time
9:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Slater, MO to Saint Peters, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
149.1 mi
240 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 57m
★
6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 32m
10 AM
3h 17m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 18m
5 PM
3h 31m
8 PM
3h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Slater, MO
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Saint Peters, MO
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Trip Overview
Slater, MO to Saint Peters, MO is 149.1 miles and takes about 3h 8m via Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically crossing Missouri. It's a local-feeling route that will have you navigating a mix of highway and smaller roads. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.6 miles from Slater, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 94.6 mi | 1h 51m |
| Industrial Boulevard | 13.2 mi | 19m |
| North Church Street | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| MO 240 | 12.2 mi | 15m |
| MO 5 | 12 mi | 16m |
| Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| North Broadway Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 94.6 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slater, MO and Saint Peters, MO.
1
Start on Porter Street
72 ft
·
5 sec
·
Porter Street
2
Turn right onto MO O
468 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Maple Street
3
Turn right onto MO C
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Broadway Street
4
Continue on South Broadway Street
70 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Broadway Street
5
Turn left onto MO 240
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Industrial Boulevard
6
Turn left onto MO 5; MO 240
12 mi
·
16 min
·
MO 5; MO 240
7
Continue on MO 240
13 mi
·
19 min
·
North Church Street
8
Keep slight left at fork onto MO 240
12 mi
·
15 min
·
MO 240
9
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
11
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
12
Continue on I 70; US 40
93 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 222A
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
205 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Use the slight left lane.
15
Turn straight onto Mid Rivers Mall Drive
198 ft
·
5 sec
·
Mid Rivers Mall Drive
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto I 70
479 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 70
18
Arrive at destination
I 70
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and minimize potential rush hour impacts as you approach Saint Peters. The estimated fuel cost is $24, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off, especially since the longest stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is nearly 95 miles. Keep an eye out for the numerous turns that define this route; pre-planning your navigation will be key to a smooth experience.
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 74.6 miles from Slater, MO, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.6 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 33 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.6 miles or 1h 40m 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 36m
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 Slater, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Slater, MO
This is one driving day of about 149.1 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Slater, 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 94.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.6 miles from Slater, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 148.7 — 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
|
MO O / West Maple Street
Turn right onto MO O / West Maple Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MO C / North Broadway Street
Turn right onto MO C / North Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
7
148.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m 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
148.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m 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
148.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m 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
$23.31 one way
$46.62 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.59 | $51.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.69 | $57.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.92 | $65.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.66 | $7.16 |
| Efficient EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.87 | $9.54 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Saint Peters, MO
Morning in Saint Peters on Sunday
Local time
9:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Columbia, MO
75 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
16 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
3h 8m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only 16% of the journey on the main highway, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. You'll experience a significant portion of this 149.1-mile trip on local roads, indicated by its 'turn-heavy' profile. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 94.6 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, suggesting that while there are many turns, there are also substantial segments where you can maintain a steady pace. Expect the road to transition between faster highway travel and more involved local navigation.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.6 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO O / West Maple Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 149.1 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (MO O / West Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MO C / North Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 148.5 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 3h 8m. Total distance: 149.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (16%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94.6 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 (MO O / West Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MO C / North Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 148.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Saint Peters, 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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