How far is Terre du Lac, MO from Saint Charles, MO?
The driving distance from Terre du Lac, MO to Saint Charles, MO is about 77.9 miles (125.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.8 miles (97.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m 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 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Terre du Lac and Saint Charles.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre du Lac and Saint Charles.
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Start on Michel Drive
33 m · 12 sec · Michel Drive
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Continue on Michel Drive
110 m · 19 sec · Michel Drive
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Turn left onto Rue Monshau
748 ft · 36 sec · Rue Monshau
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Turn right onto Champs Elysees Drive
38 m · 10 sec · Champs Elysees Drive
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Turn left onto Dominique Drive
36 m · 11 sec · Dominique Drive
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Turn left onto Champs Elysees Drive
1273 ft · 57 sec · Champs Elysees Drive
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Turn right onto Saint Francois Road
1373 ft · 1 min · Saint Francois Road
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Turn left onto Rue Charlemagne
112 m · 18 sec · Rue Charlemagne
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Turn right onto Rue Terre Bonne
3041 ft · 2 min · Rue Terre Bonne
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Continue on Rue Terre Bonne
2463 ft · 2 min · Rue Terre Bonne
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the ramp left toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
838 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
22.7 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight right
1750 ft · 27 sec
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Take the exit straight toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
1735 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
20.5 mi · 22 min
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Continue on Rosa Parks Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Rosa Parks Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270 West, I 255 East: Kansas City, Chicago
1279 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 West: Kansas City
118 m · 8 sec
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Continue on I 270 West
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
18.1 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Kansas City, Saint Louis, Saint Louis Lambert International Airport
1 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Kansas City
645 ft · 11 sec
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Continue on I 70 West: Kansas City
1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 Business: Fifth Street
841 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 70 Business: Fifth Street North, Bass Pro Drive, Ameristar Boulevard
71 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Fifth Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Fifth Street
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
1093 ft · 44 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto North Second Street
949 ft · 34 sec · North Second Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Second Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Terre du Lac and Saint Charles.
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 North
Merge slight left
22.7 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 leaving Terre du Lac and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Charles.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Terre du Lac to Saint Charles?
The road trip is about 77.9 miles (125.4 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Barnhart is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.7 miles from Terre du Lac and 39.3 miles from Saint Charles.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.8 miles (97.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.93 one way or $21.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Terre du Lac and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Charles.
Stop Ideas Near Barnhart
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 Barnhart.
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Washington
Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Terre du Lac and Saint Charles. Straight-line distance: 60.77 mi (97.8 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Saint Charles
A city in St.
| Population | 71,761 |
| Coordinates | 38.7839400, -90.4812300 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Second Street (-90.481269, 38.783952)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $11.94 | $23.88 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $12.94 | $25.89 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $16.47 | $32.93 |
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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