How far is Richmond Heights, MO from Saint Peters, MO?
The driving distance from Richmond Heights, MO to Saint Peters, MO is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.4 miles (32.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 56m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond Heights and Saint Peters.
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Start on the route
1245 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight
767 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto Bellevue Avenue
92 m · 19 sec · Bellevue Avenue
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Turn left
2080 ft · 59 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward I 64 West, US 40 West
1418 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Daniel Boone Expressway
4.9 mi · 6 min · Daniel Boone Expressway
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Continue on Avenue of the Saints
1.8 mi · 2 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Memphis, Chicago
781 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 270 North: Chicago
1373 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
6.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Kansas City, Saint Louis, Saint Louis Lambert International Airport
1 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Kansas City
645 ft · 11 sec
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Continue on I 70 West: Kansas City
1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
10.5 mi · 13 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond Heights and Saint Peters.
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.
I 70 West
Merge slight left
10.5 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Richmond Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Peters.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond Heights to Saint Peters?
The road trip is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?
Maryland Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.3 miles from Richmond Heights and 13.3 miles from Saint Peters.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.4 miles (32.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 7:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.54 one way or $7.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Maryland Heights
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Alton
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond Heights and Saint Peters. Straight-line distance: 20.36 mi (32.77 km).
#1 Richmond Heights
City of Missouri, United States of America
| Population | 8,775 |
| Coordinates | 38.6286600, -90.3195600 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Peters
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 58,043 |
| Coordinates | 38.8003300, -90.6265100 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
End: I 70 West (-90.626511, 38.800311)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.54 | $7.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.37 | $8.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.99 | $9.97 |
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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