If you are planning a trip from St. Louis to Cabool, you are looking at a 171.2-mile journey through the heart of Missouri. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel for this trek across the Midwest. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you likely won't need to book an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $26 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, it offers a distinct change of pace from typical highway commuting. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, the trip is straightforward enough to complete without much logistical stress.
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
85.6 miles from St. Louis, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
91.3 mi
1h 40m
North Bishop Avenue
64.3 mi
1h 20m
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
Longest stretch:
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
— 91.3 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Louis, MO and Cabool, MO.
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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
91 mi·1 hr 40 min·Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·19 sec
Exit 185Toward MO E: Rolla
10
Enter roundabout onto MO E
294 ft·5 sec·Tim Bradley Way
11
Continue on MO E
0.4 mi·48 sec·Tim Bradley Way
Use the left lane.
12
Turn slight right onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
30 ft·0 sec·North Bishop Avenue
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
145 ft·2 sec·North Bishop Avenue
14
Continue on I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
64 mi·1 hr 20 min·North Bishop Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn right onto US 60 Business
0.5 mi·59 sec·US 60 Business
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right
120 ft·8 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of flexibility when picking your departure time. You will only need to account for one planned stop to keep your trip efficient and comfortable. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, keep a close eye on your navigation to handle the frequent turns safely. Budgeting $26 for gas should be sufficient, but it is always smart to fuel up before leaving St. Louis to avoid fluctuating local prices. A great way to pace yourself is to plan your single stop near the end of that 91.3-mile stretch on the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor to stretch your legs before tackling the final local segments into Cabool.
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 85.6 miles from St. Louis, MO, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.3 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 38 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.6 miles or 1h 38m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cabool, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving St. Louis, 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 St. Louis, MO
This is one driving day of about 171.2 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from St. Louis, 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 Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor for about 91.3 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 105.7 and 171.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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105.7 mi into trip|~2h in
Take the exit toward MO E: Rolla
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 185
Toward MO E: Rolla
5
105.9 mi into trip|~2h in|MO E / Tim Bradley Way
Enter roundabout onto MO E / Tim Bradley Way
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
106.3 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
170.6 mi into trip|~3h 21m in|US 60 Business
Turn right onto US 60 Business
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
171.2 mi into trip|~3h 22m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.77 one way
$53.53 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$29.39
$58.77
premium
$4.89
$32.95
$65.89
diesel
$5.61
$37.80
$75.60
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.4
0
$17.98
$8.22
Efficient EV
42.8
0
$14.98
$6.85
EV Truck/SUV
68.5
0
$23.97
$10.96
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 11, 2026
Origin
St. Louis, MO
Night
in St. Louis on Saturday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SE 8 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Destination
Cabool, MO
Night
in Cabool on Saturday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
S 9 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 11:35AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
74°F
Washington, MO
86 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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 22m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is far from a monotonous interstate grind, as it features a 0% highway share, favoring local roads instead. You will navigate stretches like the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, North Bishop Avenue, and the Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway. Be prepared for a turn-heavy experience that requires your full attention compared to high-speed transit routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 91.3 miles along the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, which serves as the primary backbone of your trip. You will find that the road demands a more engaged driving style, making the 171.2-mile journey feel more like a hands-on exploration of the Missouri landscape.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 91.3 mi on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 105.7 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 22m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 105.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 105.9 miles (MO E / Tim Bradley Way): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 106.3 miles (I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,287 ft464 ft
Total Climb
914 ft
Total Descent
91 ft
Highest Point
1,287 ft
~171.2 mi in
Elevation Range
823 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from St. Louis, MO to Cabool, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo E: Rolla along the way.
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.
The longest stretch is about 91.3 miles on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor. 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 105.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 105.9 miles (MO E / Tim Bradley Way): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 106.3 miles (I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Cabool, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
