How far is Saint Peters, MO from Terre du Lac, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Peters, MO to Terre du Lac, MO is about 85.6 miles (137.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.4 miles (98.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Jefferson County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Peters and Terre du Lac.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Peters and Terre du Lac.
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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
19 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55, US 61, US 67: Saint Louis, Memphis, Lemay Ferry Road
1911 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: Memphis
2031 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Rosa Parks Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Rosa Parks Highway
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Continue on Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway
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Continue on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
18.3 mi · 20 min · Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 67 South: Farmington, Poplar Bluff
914 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight left
729 ft · 18 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
9 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
22.8 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO K, MO 47: Bonne Terre, Terre Du Lac
700 ft · 19 sec
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Turn right
3212 ft · 1 min
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Turn slight left onto Park Avenue
1567 ft · 31 sec · Park Avenue
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Continue on West School Street
3.8 mi · 7 min · West School Street
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Turn left onto Rue Terre Bonne
2563 ft · 2 min · Rue Terre Bonne
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Rue Terre Bonne
98 m · 14 sec · Rue Terre Bonne
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Continue on Rue Terre Bonne
2709 ft · 2 min · Rue Terre Bonne
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Turn left onto Rue Charlemagne
112 m · 19 sec · Rue Charlemagne
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Turn right onto Saint Francois Road
1517 ft · 1 min · Saint Francois Road
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Turn left onto Champs Elysees Drive
1246 ft · 56 sec · Champs Elysees Drive
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Turn right onto Rue Monshau
748 ft · 34 sec · Rue Monshau
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Turn right onto Michel Drive
110 m · 20 sec · Michel Drive
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Continue on Michel Drive
33 m · 5 sec · Michel Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Michel Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Peters and Terre du Lac.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 67 South
Exit the roundabout
22.8 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Saint Peters and Showers And Thunderstorms near Terre du Lac.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Peters to Terre du Lac?
The road trip is about 85.6 miles (137.8 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Kimmswick is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.8 miles from Saint Peters and 42.8 miles from Terre du Lac.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.4 miles (98.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.2 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 2:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.00 one way or $24.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Saint Peters and Showers And Thunderstorms near Terre du Lac.
Stop Ideas Near Kimmswick
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Peters and Terre du Lac. Straight-line distance: 61.4 mi (98.81 km).
#1 Saint Peters
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 58,043 |
| Coordinates | 38.8003300, -90.6265100 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Terre du Lac
Terre du Lac is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9117200, -90.6254100 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
End: Terre du Lac (-90.62541, 37.91172)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $3.98 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $13.11 | $26.22 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $14.22 | $28.43 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $18.08 | $36.17 |
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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