How far is Osage Beach, MO from O'Fallon, MO?

Fastest route

The distance from Osage Beach, Missouri to O'Fallon, Missouri is approximately 145 miles (233 kilometers). The estimated travel time is about 2 hours and 10 minutes. The fastest route currently, considering traffic conditions, is via US-54 and I-70 E.

Directions

  1. Start your journey in Osage Beach, Missouri.
  2. Head northeast on Osage Beach Pkwy N.
  3. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left.
  4. Turn right to merge onto I-70 E/US-40 E toward St. Louis.
  5. Continue on I-70 E, following the signs for St. Louis.
  6. Take exit 217 for State Hwy K/Main St toward O'Fallon.
  7. Keep left at the fork to continue toward State Hwy K/Main St, then turn left onto State Hwy K/Main St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic congestion.
  • โ›ฝ Make sure to fuel up your vehicle before embarking on the journey.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Use a GPS navigation app or map to stay on track and find the best routes.
  • ๐Ÿฅช Pack some snacks and drinks for the road to keep yourself refreshed.
  • ๐Ÿšง Stay alert for any road construction or detours along the way.
  • ๐Ÿ“ž Have emergency contact numbers and a mobile phone charger readily available.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Familiarize yourself with the traffic rules and regulations of the areas you'll be passing through.
Trip Tools

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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
147.35 mi
02h 16m
Flight
115.65 mi
186.12 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
115.65 mi
Kilometers
186.12 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
147.35 mi
Kilometers
237.14 km
Drive Time
02h 16m

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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 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in O'Fallon
Mon, May 25, 2:24 PM CDT
Return by in Osage Beach
Mon, May 25, 4:41 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Osage Beach
2026-05-25T12:08
Arrive O'Fallon
Mon, May 25, 2:24 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:17 AM to 12:17 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Osage Beach
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
Fulton
MO

City in and county seat of Callaway County, Missouri

From Osage Beach
73.6 mi
01h 08m
To O'Fallon
73.8 mi
01h 08m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83ยฐF
Memorial Day

Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 25 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE
Destination
83ยฐF
Memorial Day

Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 25 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
1 to 7 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Osage Beach and O'Fallon.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Osage Beach and O'Fallon.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    25 m ยท 7 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    39 m ยท 13 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Winn Road

    58 m ยท 12 sec ยท Winn Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Osage Beach Parkway

    2206 ft ยท 46 sec ยท Osage Beach Parkway

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    20.4 mi ยท 22 min

  6. 6

    Turn straight

    56.1 mi ยท 1 hr 3 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis

    1220 ft ยท 15 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

    69.2 mi ยท 1 hr 20 min ยท Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward MO K: O'Fallon

    1765 ft ยท 43 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Drennen Parkway

    46 m ยท 3 sec ยท Drennen Parkway

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Drennen Parkway

    51 m ยท 6 sec ยท Drennen Parkway

  12. 12

    Turn slight left onto MO K: O'Fallon

    19 m ยท 3 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on South Main Street

    3115 ft ยท 2 min ยท South Main Street

  14. 14

    Turn right

    8 m ยท 2 sec

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Osage Beach and O'Fallon.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
69.2 mi ยท 47%
Osage Beach Parkway
20.8 mi ยท 14%
South Main Street
0.59 mi
MO K
0.35 mi
I 70 East
0.23 mi
Drennen Parkway
0.06 mi
Longest Stretch

Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

69.2 mi ยท 01h 20m

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 16m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+31.7 mi
115.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fulton
01h 08m from Osage Beach
Leave By
1:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Osage Beach and Sunny near O'Fallon.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Osage Beach to O'Fallon?

The road trip is about 147.3 miles (237.1 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?

Fulton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.6 miles from Osage Beach and 73.8 miles from O'Fallon.

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

The direct path is about 115.6 miles (186.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.7 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 1:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.61 one way or $39.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Osage Beach and Sunny near O'Fallon.

Stop Ideas Near Fulton

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Fulton, 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 Fulton.

RAIL

Jefferson City

35 mi away
101 Jefferson Street
RAIL

Hermann

47 mi away
Wharf & Gutenberg Sts.
RAIL

Washington

87 mi away
301 West Front St.
RAIL

Sedalia

112 mi away
100 block of Main Street, through parking lot

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Osage Beach and O'Fallon. Straight-line distance: 115.65 mi (186.12 km).

Osage Beach

#1 Osage Beach

City in Camden and Miller counties in the U.

Population4,677
Coordinates38.1295600, -92.6527700
Altitude262
CountryUnited States
O'Fallon

#2 O'Fallon

The most populous city in St.

Population89,769
Coordinates38.8106100, -90.6998500
Altitude165
CountryUnited States
Start: Winn Road (-92.652497, 38.129693)
End: (-90.699849, 38.810674)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 237 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 41m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 06m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 50m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.2 gal
19.68 L ยท about $19.61
Round trip
$39.22
10.4 gal ยท 39.36 L
Estimated CO2
46.2 kg one way
Round trip: 92.4 kg / 204 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $19.61 $39.22
Mid-grade $4.25 $22.12 $44.23
Premium $4.65 $24.20 $48.40
Diesel $5.30 $27.58 $55.16

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 ยท May 25, 2026

There is no time difference between Osage Beach and O'Fallon. The current time is 12:08:00.

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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.