How far is Saint Peters, MO from Bel-Ridge, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Peters, MO to Bel-Ridge, MO is about 22.2 miles (35.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.4 miles (28 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m 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 Saint Peters and Bel-Ridge.
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Start on the route
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 79: Elsberry, Louisiana
725 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MO 79
117 m · 15 sec
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Turn left
652 ft · 11 sec
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 East
1294 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
19.2 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North Hanley Road
917 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto North Hanley Road
1.6 km · 2 min · North Hanley Road
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Turn right onto Welsberg Drive
151 m · 22 sec · Welsberg Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Welsberg Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Peters and Bel-Ridge.
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 East
Merge slight left
19.2 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Saint Peters and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bel-Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Peters to Bel-Ridge?
The road trip is about 22.2 miles (35.8 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Saint Charles is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.1 miles from Saint Peters and 11.1 miles from Bel-Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.4 miles (28 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.94 one way or $5.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Saint Peters and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bel-Ridge.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Charles
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Park
Jennings City Hall
Ferguson Finance Director
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Charles.
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Alton
Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Peters and Bel-Ridge. Straight-line distance: 17.4 mi (28 km).
#1 Saint Peters
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 58,043 |
| Coordinates | 38.8003300, -90.6265100 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bel-Ridge
City in St.
| Population | 2,668 |
| Coordinates | 38.7095000, -90.3253900 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bel-Ridge (-90.32539, 38.7095)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.32 | $6.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.63 | $7.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.14 | $8.27 |
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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