How far is Saint Peters, MO from Lakeshire, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Peters, MO to Lakeshire, MO is about 34.8 miles (56 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24 miles (38.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Peters and Lakeshire.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Peters and Lakeshire.
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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
17.4 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 21: Tesson Ferry Road
1067 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MO 21 North: Tesson Ferry Road
72 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto MO 21
36 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight right onto Tesson Ferry Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Tesson Ferry Road
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Turn left onto Elise Drive
15 m · 2 sec · Elise Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elise Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Peters and Lakeshire.
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 270 South
Merge slight left
17.4 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Sunny leaving Saint Peters and Sunny near Lakeshire.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Peters to Lakeshire?
The road trip is about 34.8 miles (56 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Maryland Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.4 miles from Saint Peters and 17.4 miles from Lakeshire.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24 miles (38.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.64 one way or $9.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Peters and Sunny near Lakeshire.
Stop Ideas Near Maryland Heights
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 Maryland Heights.
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Alton
Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Peters and Lakeshire. Straight-line distance: 23.96 mi (38.56 km).
#1 Saint Peters
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 58,043 |
| Coordinates | 38.8003300, -90.6265100 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakeshire
City in Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,385 |
| Coordinates | 38.5386600, -90.3351200 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakeshire (-90.33512, 38.53866)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.72 | $11.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.52 | $13.05 |
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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