Origin
Webster Groves, MO
Late night in Webster Groves on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Webster Groves, MO to Chesterfield, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
16 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Webster Groves, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Chesterfield, MO
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Trip Overview
This short 19.5-mile drive from Webster Groves to Chesterfield in Missouri is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 23 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local streets like North Elm Avenue, East Kirkham Avenue, and South Brentwood Boulevard, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $3. Given its brief duration and local road focus, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or a leisurely exploration within the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive that doesn't require an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| Daniel Boone Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| South Brentwood Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East Kirkham Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Elm Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Outer 40 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Old Chesterfield Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Chesterfield Parkway West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 8.3 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Webster Groves, MO and Chesterfield, MO.
1
Start on West Lockwood Avenue
147 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Lockwood Avenue
2
Turn left onto North Elm Avenue
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Elm Avenue
3
Turn right onto East Kirkham Avenue
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
East Kirkham Avenue
4
Continue on South Brentwood Boulevard
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Brentwood Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 64; US 40
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Daniel Boone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on I 64; US 40; US 61
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
381 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 19A
Toward Chesterfield Parkway West
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto North Outer 40
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Outer 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Turn left onto Chesterfield Parkway West
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Chesterfield Parkway West
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
12
Turn straight onto Wild Horse Creek Road
158 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wild Horse Creek Road
13
Turn right onto Old Chesterfield Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Chesterfield Road
14
Turn left onto Santa Maria Drive
107 ft
·
4 sec
·
Santa Maria Drive
15
Arrive at destination
Santa Maria Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 16 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 64 West, US 40 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 64 West, US 40 West
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 64; US 40 / Daniel Boone Expressway
Merge onto I 64; US 40 / Daniel Boone Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
14.7 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Chesterfield Parkway West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19A
Toward Chesterfield Parkway West
4
15.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Chesterfield Parkway West
Turn left onto Chesterfield Parkway West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
16 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Santa Maria Drive
Turn left onto Santa Maria Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.50 one way
$5.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.75 | $5.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.08 | $6.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.53 | $7.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Chesterfield, MO
Late night in Chesterfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
2 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
24m 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 on this route, covering 19.5 miles without any highway segments. The absence of highway driving means you'll be navigating through neighborhoods and local thoroughfares for the entire 23-minute duration. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction. This drive offers a very grounded, in-town experience, allowing you to get a feel for the local landscape as you make your way across.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.3 mi on Avenue of the Saints.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
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 around 2.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 16 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: at 2.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles (I 64; US 40 / Daniel Boone Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Webster Groves, MO to Chesterfield, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterfield Parkway West along the way.
Chesterfield Parkway West
14.7 mi in
|
~20m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 16 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.3 miles on Avenue of the Saints. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Chesterfield, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 2.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles (I 64; US 40 / Daniel Boone Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chesterfield, 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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