How far is Poplar Bluff, MO from St. Louis, MO?
The driving distance from Poplar Bluff, MO to St. Louis, MO is about 152.7 miles (245.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.7 miles (208.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 32m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Poplar Bluff and St. Louis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Poplar Bluff and St. Louis.
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Start on West Pine Street
1.3 km · 1 min · West Pine Street
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Turn right onto North Westwood Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Westwood Boulevard
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Continue on State Street
1396 ft · 26 sec · State Street
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Continue on North Westwood Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · North Westwood Boulevard
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Continue straight
2283 ft · 38 sec
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Continue straight
112.6 mi · 2 hr 9 min
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Keep slight right
1750 ft · 27 sec
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Take the exit straight toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
1735 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
20.5 mi · 22 min
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Continue on Rosa Parks Highway
12.5 mi · 16 min · Rosa Parks Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 30 East: Gravois Avenue
1001 ft · 24 sec
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Turn slight right onto Gravois Avenue
1044 ft · 27 sec · Gravois Avenue
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Continue on South Tucker Boulevard
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Tucker Boulevard
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Turn right onto Market Street
26 m · 2 sec · Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Poplar Bluff and St. Louis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Westwood Boulevard
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113 mi · 02h 09m
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.
Sunny leaving Poplar Bluff and Sunny near St. Louis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Poplar Bluff to St. Louis?
The road trip is about 152.7 miles (245.8 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Farmington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.2 miles from Poplar Bluff and 76.4 miles from St. Louis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.7 miles (208.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23 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 1:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.33 one way or $40.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Poplar Bluff and Sunny near St. Louis.
Stop Ideas Near Farmington
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 Farmington.
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Washington
Carbondale station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Poplar Bluff and St. Louis. Straight-line distance: 129.66 mi (208.67 km).
#1 Poplar Bluff
City in Butler County in Southeast Missouri, United States
| Population | 16,807 |
| Coordinates | 36.7570000, -90.3928900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
#2 St. Louis
The second most populous city in Missouri and the center of the St.
| Population | 315,685 |
| Coordinates | 38.6272700, -90.1978900 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: Market Street (-90.197859, 38.627348)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $20.33 | $40.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.92 | $45.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.09 | $50.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
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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