Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
9.3 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wentzville, MO
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O'Fallon, MO
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If you are traveling between Wentzville and O'Fallon, Missouri, you are looking at a quick 9.3-mile trip that takes approximately 13 minutes. This short jaunt across the Midwest is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. With a fuel budget of just $1, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. You will primarily utilize the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, South Main Street, and the Avenue of the Saints to reach your destination. Because this trip is so brief, it serves as a straightforward connection rather than a traditional road trip adventure.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East Pearce Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Luetkenhaus Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Drennen Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Linn Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Allen Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Wentzville, MO and O'Fallon, MO.
Start on East Allen Street
Turn right onto North Linn Avenue
Turn right onto East Pearce Boulevard
Turn slight right
Turn slight right onto Luetkenhaus Boulevard
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 61
Take the exit
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Drennen Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Drennen Parkway
Turn slight left
Continue on South Main Street
Turn right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 8.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward US 61 South, I 70, US 40
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 61 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MO K: O'Fallon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto Drennen Parkway toward MO K: O'Fallon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$1.45 one way
$2.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.60 | $3.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Wentzville on Saturday
Local time
11:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Rain Showers
Destination
Night in O'Fallon on Saturday
Local time
11:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between road types. The route is entirely highway-based, meaning you will spend 100% of your time on major thoroughfares. Your longest uninterrupted segment spans 6.4 miles while cruising along the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. As you progress, the transition from local streets to these primary arteries defines the personality of the drive. It is a functional, efficient experience that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic meandering.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 9.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 13m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
133 ft
Total Descent
217 ft
Highest Point
633 ft
~1.9 mi in
Elevation Range
125 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Wentzville, MO to O'Fallon, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo K: O'fallon along the way.
Mo K: O'fallon
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 9.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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