How far is Clarkton, MO from St. Louis, MO?
The driving distance from Clarkton, MO to St. Louis, MO is about 194.1 miles (312.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.9 miles (242.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 09m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 04m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clarkton and St. Louis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarkton and St. Louis.
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Start on East Clark Street
33 m · 7 sec · East Clark Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue straight
1437 ft · 41 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
25.1 mi · 37 min
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Take the ramp slight right
16.1 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
7.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
1793 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
27.4 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left
101.5 mi · 1 hr 49 min
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Continue on Rosa Parks Highway
12.5 mi · 16 min · Rosa Parks Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
1001 ft · 24 sec
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Turn slight right onto Gravois Avenue
1044 ft · 27 sec · Gravois Avenue
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Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Tucker Boulevard
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Turn right onto Market Street
26 m · 2 sec · Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clarkton and St. Louis.
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 55 North
Keep slight left
102 mi · 01h 49m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Clarkton and Partly Sunny near St. Louis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clarkton to St. Louis?
The road trip is about 194.1 miles (312.3 km) and usually takes 03h 04m 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?
Pocahontas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.4 miles from Clarkton and 97.6 miles from St. Louis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.9 miles (242.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.83 one way or $51.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Clarkton and Partly Sunny near St. Louis.
Stop Ideas Near Pocahontas
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 Pocahontas.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clarkton and St. Louis. Straight-line distance: 150.84 mi (242.76 km).
#1 Clarkton
City in Dunklin County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,139 |
| Coordinates | 36.4517300, -89.9670400 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| Country | United States |
#2 St. Louis
The second most populous city in Missouri and the center of the St.
| Population | 315,685 |
| Coordinates | 38.6272700, -90.1978900 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: Market Street (-90.197859, 38.627348)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 312 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $25.83 | $51.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.13 | $58.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $31.88 | $63.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.33 | $72.66 |
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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