How far is Saint James, MO from O'Fallon, MO?
The driving distance from Saint James, MO to O'Fallon, MO is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.9 miles (120.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Franklin County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint James and O'Fallon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint James and O'Fallon.
-
1
Start on East Washington Street
8 m · 3 sec · East Washington Street
-
2
Turn right onto South Jefferson Street
2880 ft · 51 sec · South Jefferson Street
-
3
Take the ramp right toward I 44 East: Saint Louis
890 ft · 22 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
57.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 44 Business, MO 100 East: Gray Summit
970 ft · 28 sec
-
6
Turn left onto Manchester Road
13.4 mi · 19 min · Manchester Road
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward MO 109
1108 ft · 31 sec
-
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
68 m · 4 sec
-
9
Exit the roundabout
157 m · 11 sec
-
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
30 m · 2 sec
-
11
Exit the roundabout
2129 ft · 45 sec
-
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
29 m · 2 sec
-
13
Exit the roundabout
4.3 mi · 7 min
-
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Eatherton Road
29 m · 1 sec · South Eatherton Road
-
15
Exit the roundabout onto South Eatherton Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · South Eatherton Road
-
16
Continue on Olive Street Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Olive Street Road
-
17
Take the ramp left toward Chesterfield Airport Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Chesterfield Airport Road
-
18
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
3.1 mi · 4 min · Avenue of the Saints
-
19
Take the exit slight right toward MO K: O'Fallon
100 m · 6 sec
-
20
Merge slight right onto North Outer Road
1650 ft · 31 sec · North Outer Road
-
21
Continue on North Outer Road
946 ft · 18 sec · North Outer Road
-
22
Turn right
3.3 mi · 5 min
-
23
Continue straight
1.5 mi · 3 min
-
24
Continue straight
1.6 mi · 3 min
-
25
Continue on South Main Street
3115 ft · 2 min · South Main Street
-
26
Turn right
8 m · 2 sec
-
27
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint James and O'Fallon.
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 44 East
Merge slight left
57.3 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Saint James and Mostly Sunny near O'Fallon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint James to O'Fallon?
The road trip is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Saint Clair is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.7 miles from Saint James and 45.7 miles from O'Fallon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.9 miles (120.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.18 one way or $24.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Saint James and Mostly Sunny near O'Fallon.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Clair
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 Saint Clair.
Washington
Hermann
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint James and O'Fallon. Straight-line distance: 74.9 mi (120.54 km).
#1 Saint James
City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 4,006 |
| Coordinates | 37.9972600, -91.6143200 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
#2 O'Fallon
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 89,769 |
| Coordinates | 38.8106100, -90.6998500 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-90.699849, 38.810674)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.74 | $27.47 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.03 | $30.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.13 | $34.26 |
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 · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.