How far is Saint Peters, MO from Des Peres, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Peters, MO to Des Peres, MO is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.3 miles (27.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 05m 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 Des Peres.
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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
11.9 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
872 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 270 South: Memphis
2339 ft · 33 sec
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Continue on I 270 South: Memphis
723 ft · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
9.1 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 100: Manchester Road
1507 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MO 100 East: Manchester Road East
1501 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MO 100 East: Manchester Road
87 m · 10 sec
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Continue on MO 100 East: Manchester Road
634 ft · 18 sec
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Turn slight left onto Manchester Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Manchester Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Manchester Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Peters and Des Peres.
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
11.9 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Saint Peters and Sunny near Des Peres.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Peters to Des Peres?
The road trip is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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 12.6 miles from Saint Peters and 12.6 miles from Des Peres.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.3 miles (27.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 7:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.36 one way or $6.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Peters and Sunny near Des Peres.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Charles
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 Charles.
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Alton
Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Peters and Des Peres. Straight-line distance: 17.29 mi (27.82 km).
#1 Saint Peters
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 58,043 |
| Coordinates | 38.8003300, -90.6265100 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Des Peres
City in Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 8,724 |
| Coordinates | 38.6008900, -90.4329000 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: Des Peres (-90.4329, 38.60089)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.79 | $7.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.14 | $8.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
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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