How far is Center, MO from Chesterfield, MO?
The driving distance from Center, MO to Chesterfield, MO is about 93.8 miles (151 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.5 miles (124.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Lincoln County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Center and Chesterfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Center and Chesterfield.
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Start on East Lamb Street
31 m · 7 sec · East Lamb Street
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Turn right onto South Public Street
94 m · 9 sec · South Public Street
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Turn right
8.3 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit right
1338 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
82 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward Boone's Crossing
1068 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto Boone's Crossing
549 ft · 21 sec · Boone's Crossing
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Turn left onto Chesterfield Airport Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Chesterfield Airport Road
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Turn slight right onto Baxter Road
65 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right onto Baxter Road
1397 ft · 34 sec · Baxter Road
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Turn left onto Old Chesterfield Road
891 ft · 40 sec · Old Chesterfield Road
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Turn right onto Santa Maria Drive
33 m · 5 sec · 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 Center and Chesterfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
82 mi · 01h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Center and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Chesterfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Center to Chesterfield?
The road trip is about 93.8 miles (151 km) and usually takes 01h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Whiteside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.3 miles from Center and 47.5 miles from Chesterfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.5 miles (124.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.48 one way or $24.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Center and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Chesterfield.
Stop Ideas Near Whiteside
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Whiteside.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Center and Chesterfield. Straight-line distance: 77.55 mi (124.8 km).
#1 Center
City in Ralls County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 505 |
| Coordinates | 39.5081000, -91.5287700 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| 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: 151 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.48 | $24.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.08 | $28.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.40 | $30.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.56 | $35.11 |
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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