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Trip from Terre Haute, MO to Saint Peters, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 1m
Distance
241.6 mi
389 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 48m
★
6 AM
5h 2m
8 AM
5h 29m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 8m
3 PM
5h 12m
5 PM
5h 27m
8 PM
4h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terre Haute, MO
Tien Nguyen
Saint Peters, MO
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Trip Overview
Terre Haute, MO to Saint Peters, MO is 241.6 miles and takes about 5h 1m via Avenue of the Saints and US 63, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Missouri, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, single-day drive that offers a practical way to get between these two points. Expect a mix of driving experiences, with a significant portion on expressways but also some time on regular roads. Plan for this to be a relatively easy day of travel.
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
120.8 miles from Terre Haute, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 73.7 mi | 1h 27m |
| US 63 | 54.5 mi | 1h 4m |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 52.9 mi | 1h 1m |
| US 136 | 37.2 mi | 55m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 10.9 mi | 13m |
| V.F.W. Memorial Highway | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| MO K | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Veterans Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 73.7 mi, about 1h 27m
Traffic on I-70
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~3,169 veh/hr typical · worst 3,683
Quietest
1 AM
~265 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, MO and Saint Peters, MO.
1
Start on MO KK
164 ft
·
12 sec
·
MO KK
2
Continue on MO K
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
MO K
3
Turn right onto US 136
37 mi
·
55 min
·
US 136
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 63
54 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
US 63
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Toward US 36 East, MO 110 East: Hannibal
6
Merge onto US 36; MO 110
53 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
7
Continue on US 24; US 36; MO 110
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
V.F.W. Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Veterans Road
9
Turn right onto Veterans Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto County Road 422
279 ft
·
6 sec
·
County Road 422
11
Continue on Paris Gravel Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Paris Gravel Road
12
Take the ramp
120 ft
·
3 sec
13
Merge onto US 61
74 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Use the right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15
Merge onto I 70
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 222A
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
205 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Use the slight left lane.
18
Turn straight onto Mid Rivers Mall Drive
198 ft
·
5 sec
·
Mid Rivers Mall Drive
19
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 70 West: Wentzville
Use the slight left lane.
20
Merge onto I 70
479 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 70
21
Arrive at destination
I 70
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, starting your drive from Terre Haute, MO in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you have flexibility in pacing your trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 73.7-mile stretch on the Avenue of the Saints, as services might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost of $37 should help with budgeting for gas along the way. You should be able to complete this trip comfortably within a single day without needing an overnight stay.
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 120.8 miles from Terre Haute, MO, or about 2h 36m 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 53 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.8 miles or 2h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 9m
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 Terre Haute, 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 Terre Haute, MO
This is one driving day of about 241.6 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Terre Haute, 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 Avenue of the Saints for about 73.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 120.8 miles from Terre Haute, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop 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.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 94 and 241.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
94 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward US 36 East, MO 110 East: Hannibal
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 East, MO 110 East: Hannibal
6
229.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 46m 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
241 mi into trip
|
~5h 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
241.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 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
241.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 1m 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
$35.68 one way
$71.36 round trip
$3.75/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $39.39 | $78.78 |
| premium | $4.72 | $44.86 | $89.72 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $45.62 | $91.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.5 | 0 | $25.37 | $11.60 |
| Efficient EV | 60.4 | 0 | $21.14 | $9.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.6 | 1 | $33.82 | $15.46 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 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.
Origin
Terre Haute, MO
Late night in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 8 mph
24% chance
Live forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 3:04AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Destination
Saint Peters, MO
Late night in Saint Peters on Sunday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny
W 7 to 10 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 3:04AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
88°F
Independence, IL
121 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
1 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
5h 1m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 241.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
About 60% of this 241.6-mile route is on highways like the Avenue of the Saints and US 63. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 73.7 miles on the Avenue of the Saints before transitioning to surface roads. The transition from highway to surface roads will likely feel like a noticeable change in pace and traffic density. Watch for more frequent intersections and potentially slower speeds as you leave the expressway.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 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
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 94 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 15 significant decision points across 241.6 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 94 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 229.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 241 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,048 ft
443 ft
Total Climb
358 ft
Total Descent
953 ft
Highest Point
1,048 ft
~17.3 mi in
Elevation Range
605 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Saint Peters, MO
Full guide →Founded 1910
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 5h 1m. Total distance: 241.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 94 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 229.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 241 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Saint Peters, MO before the return drive.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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