How far is Chesterfield, MO from Lebanon, MO?
The driving distance from Chesterfield, MO to Lebanon, MO is about 147.8 miles (237.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.1 miles (212.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chesterfield and Lebanon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield and Lebanon.
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Start on Santa Maria Drive
1514 ft · 1 min · Santa Maria Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Wild Horse Creek Road
551 ft · 20 sec · Wild Horse Creek Road
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Turn left onto Baxter Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Baxter Road
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Turn right onto Clarkson Road
3.6 mi · 7 min · Clarkson Road
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Turn right onto Manchester Road
16.8 mi · 24 min · Manchester Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 44 West, US 50 West: St. Clair
1157 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
124 mi · 2 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 32, MO 5, MO 64: Hartville
932 ft · 20 sec
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Turn right onto South Jefferson Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Jefferson Avenue
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Turn right onto East Commercial Street
5 m · 1 sec · East Commercial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Commercial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chesterfield and Lebanon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 44 West
Merge slight left
124 mi · 02h 13m
Route Summary
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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 Chesterfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lebanon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chesterfield to Lebanon?
The road trip is about 147.8 miles (237.8 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Saint James is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.8 miles from Chesterfield and 73.9 miles from Lebanon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.1 miles (212.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.65 one way or $39.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chesterfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lebanon.
Stop Ideas Near Saint James
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 Saint James.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chesterfield and Lebanon. Straight-line distance: 132.12 mi (212.62 km).
#1 Chesterfield
A city in St.
| Population | 47,570 |
| Coordinates | 38.6631100, -90.5770700 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lebanon
City in Laclede County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 14,881 |
| Coordinates | 37.6806000, -92.6637900 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lebanon (-92.66379, 37.6806)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $19.65 | $39.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.16 | $44.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.25 | $48.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.63 | $55.27 |
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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