How far is Saint Peters, MO from Murphy, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Peters, MO to Murphy, MO is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 45m.
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 Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Peters and Murphy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Peters and Murphy.
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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
15.6 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 30: Gravois Road
1580 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MO 30 West: Fenton
93 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
5.5 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto New Sugar Creek Road
11 m · 1 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Peters and Murphy.
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 270 South
Merge slight left
15.6 mi · 00h 19m
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 Clear leaving Saint Peters and Sunny near Murphy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Peters to Murphy?
The road trip is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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 17.8 miles from Saint Peters and 17.9 miles from Murphy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.65 one way or $9.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Saint Peters and Sunny near Murphy.
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 Murphy. Straight-line distance: 22.7 mi (36.54 km).
#1 Saint Peters
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 58,043 |
| Coordinates | 38.8003300, -90.6265100 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Murphy
Murphy is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.4903300, -90.4870700 |
| Altitude | 175 |
| Country | United States |
End: Murphy (-90.48707, 38.49033)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 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 | $3.69 | $4.65 | $9.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $5.14 | $10.27 |
| Premium | $4.44 | $5.59 | $11.18 |
| Diesel | $5.93 | $7.47 | $14.94 |
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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