How far is Ballwin, MO from Chesterfield, MO?
Fastest route
The distance from Ballwin, Missouri to Chesterfield, Missouri is approximately 6.4 miles (10.3 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 14 minutes. The fastest route is via Baxter Rd, taking into account the traffic conditions.
Directions
- 🚗 Head southeast toward Holloway Rd for 141 ft.
- 🔄 Slight right toward Holloway Rd for 197 ft.
- ↩️ Turn left toward Holloway Rd for 85 ft.
- ➡️ Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Holloway Rd and continue for 1.2 mi.
- 🛣️ Continue onto Baxter Rd for 4.9 mi.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Old Chesterfield Rd for 0.2 mi.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Santa Maria Dr for 105 ft.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚦 Check traffic conditions before starting your journey to take the fastest route.
- 🛣️ Stay on Baxter Rd for the majority of the trip, as it is the main road connecting the two locations.
- 🚸 Be attentive at intersections and follow road signs to avoid any wrong turns.
- 🕑 Plan your trip with some buffer time in case of unexpected delays.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🧭 Familiarize yourself with the route on a map or GPS before leaving.
- 🚘 Drive safely and obey all traffic rules and speed limits throughout the journey.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ballwin and Chesterfield.
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Start on the route
67 m · 21 sec
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Turn left
67 m · 22 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Holloway Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Holloway Road
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Continue on Baxter Road
4.5 mi · 9 min · Baxter Road
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Turn right onto Wild Horse Creek Road
598 ft · 23 sec · Wild Horse Creek Road
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Turn left onto Santa Maria Drive
1514 ft · 1 min · Santa Maria Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Santa Maria Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ballwin and Chesterfield.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Baxter Road
Continue on Baxter Road
4.5 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Ballwin and Mostly Sunny near Chesterfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ballwin to Chesterfield?
The road trip is about 6.2 miles (10 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clarkson Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.1 miles from Ballwin and 3.1 miles from Chesterfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5 miles (8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.83 one way or $1.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ballwin and Mostly Sunny near Chesterfield.
Stop Ideas Near Clarkson Valley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Park
Berkeley City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Clarkson Valley.
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Washington
Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ballwin and Chesterfield. Straight-line distance: 4.99 mi (8.03 km).
#1 Ballwin
City in Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 30,094 |
| Coordinates | 38.5950500, -90.5462300 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chesterfield
A city in St.
| Population | 47,570 |
| Coordinates | 38.6631100, -90.5770700 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| Country | United States |
End: Santa Maria Drive (-90.576914, 38.663102)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 10 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.83 | $1.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.94 | $1.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.02 | $2.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.17 | $2.33 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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