Origin
St. Louis, MO
Night in St. Louis on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from St. Louis, MO to Bourbon, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
73.6 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bourbon, MO
Ray Suarez
Trip Overview
This 73.6-mile drive from St. Louis, MO to Bourbon, MO is a straightforward, one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 27 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with no highway driving, making it a turn-heavy local experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $11, which is quite budget-friendly. Given its short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The journey stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor | 58.3 mi | 1h 4m |
| Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| South Jefferson Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Pine Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
— 58.3 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Louis, MO and Bourbon, MO.
1
Start on Market Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Market Street
2
Turn left onto South Jefferson Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Jefferson Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 44 West
4
Merge onto I 44
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway
5
Continue on I 44
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
6
Continue on I 44
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
7
Continue on I 44
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway
8
Continue on I 44; US 50
58 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 218
Toward MO N, MO C, MO J: Bourbon
10
Turn left onto MO C
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Pine Street
11
Arrive at destination
MO N
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from St. Louis, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 55 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 73 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
South Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto South Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 44 West
Navigation decision point
Toward I 44 West
3
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 44 / Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 44 / Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
72.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward MO N, MO C, MO J: Bourbon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 218
Toward MO N, MO C, MO J: Bourbon
4
73 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
MO C / West Pine Street
Turn left onto MO C / West Pine Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.51 one way
$23.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.16 | $28.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Bourbon, MO
Night in Bourbon on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
1h 27m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 73.6-mile journey, as the highway share is 0%. The route is characterized by its frequent turns rather than long, straight stretches. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 58.3 miles on the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor. This road profile suggests a more engaging driving experience, potentially moving through various communities and landscapes at a moderate pace, rather than a high-speed highway cruise.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.3 mi on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near South Jefferson Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from St. Louis, MO to Bourbon, MO is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (South Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (I 44 / Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
About the Cities
Starting in St. Louis, MO
Full guide →The Gateway City of St. Louis is the epitome of the modern Midwestern metropolis. Missouri's second-largest city is vibrant but laid-back, populous but navigable, historic but still relevant. The city's planners have created an aesthetically beautiful city, with plenty of green space amidst buildings both old and new, framed by the majestic Mississippi and Missouri rivers. And capping it all is the world's tallest man-made monument, the beautiful and iconic Gateway Arch. St. Louis is a city of culture and surprisingly inexpensive. Among American cities, only Washington, D.C. has more free attractions for tourists and residents alike. Hotels, restaurants, and even parking garages avoid the premium pricing common in other big cities. Although often overlooked, St. Louis can be an affordable, educational, and fun family getaway.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.3 miles on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (South Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (I 44 / Officer David Haynes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bourbon, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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