How far is St. Louis, MO from Moscow Mills, MO?
The driving distance from St. Louis, MO to Moscow Mills, MO is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.7 miles (71.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Louis and Moscow Mills.
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Start on Market Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Market Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 64 West, US 40 West: Wentzville
1531 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jack Buck Memorial Highway
4.3 mi · 6 min · Jack Buck Memorial Highway
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Continue on Daniel Boone Expressway
5.7 mi · 7 min · Daniel Boone Expressway
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Continue on Avenue of the Saints
38.9 mi · 48 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward MO C: Moscow Mills, Old Monroe
1553 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
2953 ft · 1 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between St. Louis and Moscow Mills.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Continue on Avenue of the Saints
38.9 mi · 00h 48m
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 Likely leaving St. Louis and Showers And Thunderstorms near Moscow Mills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from St. Louis to Moscow Mills?
The road trip is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Weldon Spring Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.8 miles from St. Louis and 25.8 miles from Moscow Mills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.7 miles (71.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.86 one way or $13.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around St. Louis and Showers And Thunderstorms near Moscow Mills.
Stop Ideas Near Weldon Spring Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Park
City of O'Fallon
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Weldon Spring Heights.
Kirkwood
Washington
Gateway Transportation Center
Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between St. Louis and Moscow Mills. Straight-line distance: 44.67 mi (71.89 km).
#1 St. Louis
The second most populous city in Missouri and the center of the St.
| Population | 315,685 |
| Coordinates | 38.6272700, -90.1978900 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Moscow Mills
City in Lincoln County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 3,652 |
| Coordinates | 38.9478300, -90.9181900 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: Moscow Mills (-90.91819, 38.94783)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.74 | $15.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.47 | $16.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.65 | $19.31 |
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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