How far is O'Fallon, MO from Lake Lotawana, MO?
The driving distance from O'Fallon, MO to Lake Lotawana, MO is about 203.3 miles (327.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 190.8 miles (307.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 05m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 02m.
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City in Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between O'Fallon and Lake Lotawana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between O'Fallon and Lake Lotawana.
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Start on the route
8 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto South Main Street
3116 ft · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto I 70 East
10 m · 6 sec
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Turn sharp left onto South Main Street
87 m · 11 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Terra Lane
576 ft · 12 sec · West Terra Lane
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Take the ramp straight toward I 70 West
146 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left
193 mi · 3 hr 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO AA, US 40, MO BB: Grain Valley, Buckner
1126 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on South Buckner Tarsney Road /Missouri BB Highway
955 ft · 33 sec · South Buckner Tarsney Road /Missouri BB Highway
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Continue on South Buckner Tarsney Road / Missouri BB Highway
763 ft · 14 sec · South Buckner Tarsney Road / Missouri BB Highway
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Continue on South Buckner Tarsney Road / Missouri BB Highway
4.6 mi · 8 min · South Buckner Tarsney Road / Missouri BB Highway
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Turn right onto East Colbern Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Colbern Road
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Turn left onto South Lake Shore Drive
1241 ft · 55 sec · South Lake Shore Drive
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Continue on Z Street
1.1 mi · 4 min · Z Street
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Continue on Y Street
1903 ft · 1 min · Y Street
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Continue on X Street
970 ft · 43 sec · X Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · X Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between O'Fallon and Lake Lotawana.
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 70 West
Merge slight left
193 mi · 03h 37m
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.
Sunny leaving O'Fallon and Sunny near Lake Lotawana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from O'Fallon to Lake Lotawana?
The road trip is about 203.3 miles (327.2 km) and usually takes 04h 02m 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?
Rocheport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.4 miles from O'Fallon and 101.8 miles from Lake Lotawana.
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 12.5 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 8:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.04 one way or $54.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around O'Fallon and Sunny near Lake Lotawana.
Stop Ideas Near Rocheport
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between O'Fallon and Lake Lotawana. Straight-line distance: 190.82 mi (307.09 km).
#1 O'Fallon
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 89,769 |
| Coordinates | 38.8106100, -90.6998500 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Lotawana
City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 2,131 |
| Coordinates | 38.9230600, -94.2441100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Lotawana (-94.24411, 38.92306)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 327 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 32m |
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 | $27.04 | $54.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.49 | $60.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $33.37 | $66.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.03 | $76.06 |
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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