How far is Saint Charles, MO from Weldon Spring, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Charles, MO to Weldon Spring, MO is about 13.2 miles (21.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.2 miles (19.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m 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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City in Saint Charles County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Charles and Weldon Spring.
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Start on North Second Street
1551 ft · 1 min · North Second Street
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Turn right onto First Capitol Drive
1.4 km · 2 min · First Capitol Drive
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Turn left onto First Capitol Drive
8.3 mi · 12 min · First Capitol Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 94 West: Weldon Spring
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Turn slight right onto Weldon Spring Road
84 m · 15 sec · Weldon Spring Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old 94 South
45 m · 5 sec · Old 94 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old 94 South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Charles and Weldon Spring.
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.
First Capitol Drive
Turn left onto First Capitol Drive
8.33 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Saint Charles and Sunny near Weldon Spring.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Saint Charles to Weldon Spring?
The road trip is about 13.2 miles (21.3 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
Cottleville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.6 miles from Saint Charles and 6.6 miles from Weldon Spring.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.2 miles (19.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1 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 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.73 one way or $3.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Charles and Sunny near Weldon Spring.
Stop Ideas Near Cottleville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Park
City of O'Fallon
Vinita Park City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cottleville.
Kirkwood
Washington
Gateway Transportation Center
Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Charles and Weldon Spring. Straight-line distance: 12.22 mi (19.67 km).
#1 Saint Charles
A city in St.
| Population | 71,761 |
| Coordinates | 38.7839400, -90.4812300 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Weldon Spring
City in Saint Charles County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 5,546 |
| Coordinates | 38.7133900, -90.6892900 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Weldon Spring (-90.68929, 38.71339)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.73 | $3.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
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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