How far is De Soto, MO from Wentzville, MO?
The driving distance from De Soto, MO to Wentzville, MO is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 01h 14m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between De Soto and Wentzville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Soto and Wentzville.
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Start on Easton Street
133 m · 24 sec · Easton Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
124 m · 6 sec
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
1894 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on MO 21 North: Saint Louis
19.7 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 141: Arnold, Fenton
1384 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left
4 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on MO 141
11.3 mi · 18 min · MO 141
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Take the exit slight left toward I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North: Wentzville
41 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North: Wentzville
1812 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
22.3 mi · 27 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward Pitman Avenue
854 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left onto Pitman Avenue
113 m · 9 sec · Pitman Avenue
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Turn right onto Luetkenhaus Boulevard
791 ft · 23 sec · Luetkenhaus Boulevard
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Turn left onto East Pearce Boulevard
2451 ft · 1 min · East Pearce Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Elm Street
66 m · 12 sec · North Elm Street
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Turn right onto East Allen Street
61 m · 9 sec · East Allen Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Allen Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between De Soto and Wentzville.
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.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
22.3 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving De Soto and Showers And Thunderstorms near Wentzville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from De Soto to Wentzville?
The road trip is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Valley Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33 miles from De Soto and 36.9 miles from Wentzville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.7 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 4:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.82 one way or $19.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around De Soto and Showers And Thunderstorms near Wentzville.
Stop Ideas Near Valley Park
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 Valley Park.
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Washington
Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between De Soto and Wentzville. Straight-line distance: 49.14 mi (79.09 km).
#1 De Soto
City in Jefferson County, Missouri
| Population | 6,340 |
| Coordinates | 38.1395000, -90.5551300 |
| Altitude | 160 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wentzville
A city in St.
| Population | 43,109 |
| Coordinates | 38.8114400, -90.8529100 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Allen Street (-90.852906, 38.81143)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $3.98 | $9.82 | $19.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $10.72 | $21.44 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $11.63 | $23.25 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $14.79 | $29.58 |
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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