How far is Des Peres, MO from Wentzville, MO?
The driving distance from Des Peres, MO to Wentzville, MO is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Peres and Wentzville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Peres and Wentzville.
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Start on Manchester Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Manchester Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 270 North
1028 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64, US 40, US 61: Wentzville, Saint Louis
705 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North: Wentzville
2009 ft · 49 sec
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Continue on I 64 West, US 40 West, US 61 North: Wentzville
674 ft · 10 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
25.6 mi · 31 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 Des Peres 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
25.6 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Des Peres and Chance 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 Des Peres to Wentzville?
The road trip is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Weldon Spring Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.1 miles from Des Peres and 15.3 miles from Wentzville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.29 one way or $8.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Des Peres and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wentzville.
Stop Ideas Near Weldon Spring Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Park
City of O'Fallon
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Weldon Spring Heights.
Kirkwood
Washington
Gateway Transportation Center
Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Peres and Wentzville. Straight-line distance: 26.92 mi (43.32 km).
#1 Des Peres
City in Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 8,724 |
| Coordinates | 38.6008900, -90.4329000 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| 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: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.98 | $4.29 | $8.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $4.69 | $9.38 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $5.08 | $10.17 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $6.47 | $12.93 |
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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