How far is Black Jack, MO from St. Louis, MO?

Fastest route

Directions from Black Jack, Missouri 63033 to St. Louis, Missouri via Halls Ferry Road: Drive from Old Halls Ferry Rd, Halls Ferry Road, N Broadway, and I-70 E to St. Louis. The estimated time is 25 minutes for a distance of 13.0 miles.

Directions

  1. Start on Old Halls Ferry Rd toward Parker Rd. 🚗
  2. Slight left onto Halls Ferry Road. 🔄
  3. Pass by McDonald's (on the right in 2.7 mi). 🍔
  4. At Halls Ferry Cir, take the 3rd exit and stay on Halls Ferry Road. 🔄
  5. Use any lane to turn right onto N Broadway. ➡️
  6. Turn right onto Carrie Ave. ➡️
  7. Use the right 2 lanes to take the Interstate 70 exit. ➡️

Tips & Suggestions

  • Follow the directions carefully to reach your destination.
  • Keep an eye out for road signs and landmarks to ensure you're on the right track.
  • Use a GPS navigation system or a map for assistance during the journey.
  • Plan your trip considering the current traffic conditions for a smoother experience.
  • Stay alert and obey traffic rules and regulations for a safe drive.
  • If you have any doubts or need further assistance, don't hesitate to ask locals or use a reliable navigation app.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
13.83 mi
00h 25m
Flight
12.07 mi
19.43 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
12.07 mi
Kilometers
19.43 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
13.83 mi
Kilometers
22.26 km
Drive Time
00h 25m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in St. Louis
Sun, Apr 19, 4:54 AM CDT
Return by in Black Jack
Sun, Apr 19, 5:20 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Black Jack
2026-04-19T04:29
Arrive St. Louis
Sun, Apr 19, 4:54 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:25 AM to 7:25 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:40 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Black Jack
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Jennings
MO

City in St.

From Black Jack
6.5 mi
00h 12m
To St. Louis
7.3 mi
00h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
12 mph W
Destination
63°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 to 12 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Black Jack and St. Louis.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Black Jack and St. Louis.

  1. 1

    Start on Parker Road

    120 m · 10 sec · Parker Road

  2. 2

    Continue on Old Halls Ferry Road

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Old Halls Ferry Road

  3. 3

    Turn slight left onto Halls Ferry Road

    3.1 mi · 5 min · Halls Ferry Road

  4. 4

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Halls Ferry Circle

    142 m · 10 sec · Halls Ferry Road

  5. 5

    Exit the rotary onto Halls Ferry Road

    1.4 km · 2 min · Halls Ferry Road

  6. 6

    Turn slight right onto North Broadway

    2 mi · 5 min · North Broadway

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Carrie Avenue

    960 ft · 35 sec · Carrie Avenue

  8. 8

    Take the ramp straight toward I 70 East

    1011 ft · 16 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Mark Twain Expressway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Mark Twain Expressway

  10. 10

    Continue on Andy Gammon Memorial Highway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Andy Gammon Memorial Highway

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Andy Gammon Memorial Highway

    81 m · 7 sec · Andy Gammon Memorial Highway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward Tucker Boulevard, Downtown Saint Louis

    1485 ft · 38 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on North Tucker Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 3 min · North Tucker Boulevard

  14. 14

    Continue on South Tucker Boulevard

    121 m · 22 sec · South Tucker Boulevard

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Market Street

    26 m · 2 sec · Market Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Market Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Black Jack and St. Louis.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
16 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
115.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Halls Ferry Road
3.98 mi · 29%
Old Halls Ferry Road
2.15 mi · 16%
North Broadway
2.01 mi · 15%
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
1.56 mi · 11%
Mark Twain Expressway
1.41 mi · 10%
North Tucker Boulevard
1.05 mi · 8%
Longest Stretch

Halls Ferry Road

Turn slight left onto Halls Ferry Road

3.05 mi · 00h 05m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 25m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.8 mi
12.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Jennings
00h 12m from Black Jack
Leave By
7:40 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Black Jack and Sunny near St. Louis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Black Jack to St. Louis?

The road trip is about 13.9 miles (22.3 km) and usually takes 00h 25m 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?

Jennings is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Black Jack and 7.3 miles from St. Louis.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 12.1 miles (19.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:40 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.85 one way or $3.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Black Jack and Sunny near St. Louis.

Stop Ideas Near Jennings

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Jennings, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jennings.

RAIL

Gateway Transportation Center

12 mi away
551 South 16th St.
RAIL

Kirkwood

20 mi away
110 West Argonne Dr.
RAIL

Alton

23 mi away
3400 College Ave.
RAIL

Washington

68 mi away
301 West Front St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Black Jack and St. Louis. Straight-line distance: 12.07 mi (19.43 km).

Black Jack

#1 Black Jack

Suburb in northern St.

Population6,921
Coordinates38.7933800, -90.2673300
Altitude183
CountryUnited States
St. Louis

#2 St. Louis

The second most populous city in Missouri and the center of the St.

Population315,685
Coordinates38.6272700, -90.1978900
Altitude142
CountryUnited States
Start: Parker Road (-90.267312, 38.793322)
End: Market Street (-90.197859, 38.627348)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 22 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.49 gal
1.85 L · about $1.85
Round trip
$3.70
0.98 gal · 3.7 L
Estimated CO2
4.4 kg one way
Round trip: 8.7 kg / 19 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $1.85 $3.70
Mid-grade $4.25 $2.08 $4.17
Premium $4.65 $2.28 $4.56
Diesel $5.30 $2.60 $5.20

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Missouri · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Black Jack and St. Louis. The current time is 04:29:31.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.