How far is Oakland, MO from Saint Charles, MO?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and directions for your journey from Oakland, Missouri 63122 to St. Charles, Missouri. The total distance is approximately 20.9 miles (33.6 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is around 32 minutes.

Directions

  1. Head west on E Monroe Ave toward S Brent Ave.
  2. Turn right onto S Holmes Ave.
  3. Turn left onto E Adams Ave.
  4. Turn right onto US-67 N/N Kirkwood Rd/Old Rte 66 W.
  5. Continue to follow US-67 N. Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-270 N.
  6. Continue on I-270 N. Take I-70 W to MO-94 E/S 1st Capitol Dr in Saint Charles. Take exit 228 from I-70 W.
  7. Merge onto MO-94 E/S 1st Capitol Dr and continue straight onto S Kingshighway St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan for Rush Hour: Consider avoiding peak traffic hours to reduce travel time.
  • ⛽ Fuel Up: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • 📱 GPS Navigation: Use a reliable GPS navigation app to stay on track.
  • 🚧 Check Traffic Updates: Stay informed about any road closures or traffic incidents along the route.
  • 🍴 Snack Up: Pack some snacks and water for a comfortable journey.
  • 🚓 Observe Speed Limits: Adhere to speed limits and traffic rules for a safe trip.
  • 🚙 Car Maintenance: Check your car's oil, tires, and brakes before hitting the road.
Trip Tools

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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
168.83 mi
02h 42m
Flight
137.89 mi
221.91 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
137.89 mi
Kilometers
221.91 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
168.83 mi
Kilometers
271.71 km
Drive Time
02h 42m

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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 02h 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Saint Charles
Sat, Apr 18, 12:52 AM CDT
Return by in Oakland
Sat, Apr 18, 3:35 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Oakland
2026-04-17T22:09
Arrive Saint Charles
Sat, Apr 18, 12:52 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:43 AM to 12:43 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:04 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Oakland
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Cuba
MO

City in Missouri, United States

From Oakland
84.2 mi
01h 21m
To Saint Charles
84.6 mi
01h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Friday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 to 15 mph S
Destination
88°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
3 to 13 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Oakland and Saint Charles.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oakland and Saint Charles.

  1. 1

    Start on Evanston Road

    52 m · 13 sec · Evanston Road

  2. 2

    Turn left

    2 mi · 5 min

  3. 3

    Turn right

    1.9 mi · 3 min

  4. 4

    Turn left

    8.1 mi · 14 min

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  6. 6

    Turn right

    102 m · 7 sec

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right

    1544 ft · 38 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    135.6 mi · 2 hr 28 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis

    871 ft · 19 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago

    551 ft · 12 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on I 270 North: Chicago

    2638 ft · 53 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    12.6 mi · 16 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Kansas City, Saint Louis, Saint Louis Lambert International Airport

    1 mi · 1 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Kansas City

    645 ft · 11 sec

  15. 15

    Continue on I 70 West: Kansas City

    1 km · 57 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left

    2.7 mi · 3 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward I 70 Business: Fifth Street

    841 ft · 18 sec

  18. 18

    Keep slight right to continue on I 70 Business: Fifth Street North, Bass Pro Drive, Ameristar Boulevard

    71 m · 5 sec

  19. 19

    Turn slight right onto South Fifth Street

    1.6 km · 2 min · South Fifth Street

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Jefferson Street

    1093 ft · 44 sec · Jefferson Street

  21. 21

    Turn left onto North Second Street

    949 ft · 34 sec · North Second Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Second Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakland and Saint Charles.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
22 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Evanston Road
136 mi · 81%
I 270 North
13.2 mi · 8%
I 70 West
3.48 mi · 2%
I 70
1.05 mi · 1%
South Fifth Street
0.99 mi · 1%
Jefferson Street
0.21 mi
Longest Stretch

Evanston Road

Merge slight left

136 mi · 02h 28m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 42m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.9 mi
137.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cuba
01h 21m from Oakland
Leave By
1:04 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Oakland and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Charles.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Oakland to Saint Charles?

The road trip is about 168.8 miles (271.7 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?

Cuba is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.2 miles from Oakland and 84.6 miles from Saint Charles.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 137.9 miles (221.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 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 1:04 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.48 one way or $44.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Oakland and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Charles.

Stop Ideas Near Cuba

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Cuba, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cuba.

RAIL

Washington

65 mi away
301 West Front St.
RAIL

Hermann

72 mi away
Wharf & Gutenberg Sts.
RAIL

Jefferson City

88 mi away
101 Jefferson Street
RAIL

Kirkwood

104 mi away
110 West Argonne Dr.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Oakland and Saint Charles. Straight-line distance: 137.89 mi (221.91 km).

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#1 Oakland

City in St.

Population1,375
Coordinates37.6364300, -92.5593400
Altitude380
CountryUnited States
Saint Charles

#2 Saint Charles

A city in St.

Population71,761
Coordinates38.7839400, -90.4812300
Altitude147
CountryUnited States
Start: Evanston Road (-92.55933, 37.636566)
End: North Second Street (-90.481269, 38.783952)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 272 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 22m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 06m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.96 gal
22.55 L · about $22.48
Round trip
$44.95
11.92 gal · 45.1 L
Estimated CO2
53 kg one way
Round trip: 105.9 kg / 233 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $22.48 $44.95
Mid-grade $4.25 $25.35 $50.70
Premium $4.65 $27.74 $55.48
Diesel $5.30 $31.61 $63.22

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Missouri · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Oakland and Saint Charles. The current time is 22:09:21.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.