How far is Chesterfield, MO from Republic, MO?
The driving distance from Chesterfield, MO to Republic, MO is about 213.3 miles (343.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 190.8 miles (307.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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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 04h 06m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chesterfield and Republic.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield and Republic.
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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
182.8 mi · 3 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO MM, MO B
1040 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left
3.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
96 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight
3 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto East Elm Street
2763 ft · 57 sec · East Elm Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Main Avenue
588 ft · 19 sec · North Main Avenue
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Turn right onto East Grant Street
27 m · 4 sec · East Grant Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Grant Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chesterfield and Republic.
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
183 mi · 03h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Chesterfield and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Republic.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chesterfield to Republic?
The road trip is about 213.3 miles (343.2 km) and usually takes 04h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Newburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106.5 miles from Chesterfield and 106.7 miles from Republic.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 190.8 miles (307.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.36 one way or $56.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chesterfield and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Republic.
Stop Ideas Near Newburg
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 Newburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chesterfield and Republic. Straight-line distance: 190.84 mi (307.12 km).
#1 Chesterfield
A city in St.
| Population | 47,570 |
| Coordinates | 38.6631100, -90.5770700 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Republic
Form of government where the head of state is elected
| Population | 17,481 |
| Coordinates | 37.1200500, -93.4801900 |
| Altitude | 399 |
| Country | United States |
End: Republic (-93.48019, 37.12005)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 343 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 39m |
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 | $28.36 | $56.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.98 | $63.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.00 | $70.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $39.89 | $79.77 |
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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