How far is Wentzville, MO from Jackson, MO?
The driving distance from Wentzville, MO to Jackson, MO is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.9 miles (189.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 07m 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 02h 33m.
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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City in Jefferson County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wentzville and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wentzville and Jackson.
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Start on East Allen Street
12 m · 4 sec · East Allen Street
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Turn right onto North Linn Avenue
65 m · 11 sec · North Linn Avenue
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Turn right onto East Pearce Boulevard
2469 ft · 1 min · East Pearce Boulevard
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Turn slight right
106 m · 9 sec
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Turn slight right onto Luetkenhaus Boulevard
152 m · 14 sec · Luetkenhaus Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward US 61 South, I 70, US 40
50 m · 2 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South
772 ft · 11 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
25.5 mi · 31 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
1829 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 270 South: Memphis
1691 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
11.5 mi · 14 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
87.3 mi · 1 hr 34 min · Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61, I 55 Business: Fruitland, Jackson
1141 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto I 55 Business, US 61 South: Jackson
41 m · 3 sec
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Turn right
3.6 mi · 6 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Main Street
52 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
18 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wentzville and Jackson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
Continue on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
87.3 mi · 01h 34m
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 Wentzville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wentzville to Jackson?
The road trip is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?
Crystal City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Wentzville and 66.9 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.9 miles (189.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.80 one way or $35.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Wentzville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Crystal City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Washington
Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wentzville and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 117.95 mi (189.83 km).
#1 Wentzville
A city in St.
| Population | 43,109 |
| Coordinates | 38.8114400, -90.8529100 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
City in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 14,699 |
| Coordinates | 37.3822700, -89.6662100 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-89.66621, 37.38227)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 215 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $17.80 | $35.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.07 | $40.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.97 | $43.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.03 | $50.07 |
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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