How far is Wentzville, MO from Kennett, MO?
The driving distance from Wentzville, MO to Kennett, MO is about 235.6 miles (379.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 183.2 miles (294.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 23m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wentzville and Kennett.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wentzville and Kennett.
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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
175.1 mi · 3 hr 8 min · Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 412 West: Hayti, Kennett
2639 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
17.4 mi · 21 min
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Turn left onto Kennett Street
41 m · 4 sec · Kennett Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kennett Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wentzville and Kennett.
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
175 mi · 03h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Wentzville and Mostly Sunny near Kennett.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wentzville to Kennett?
The road trip is about 235.6 miles (379.1 km) and usually takes 04h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Old Appleton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 117.8 miles from Wentzville and 117.7 miles from Kennett.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 183.2 miles (294.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.34 one way or $62.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wentzville and Mostly Sunny near Kennett.
Stop Ideas Near Old Appleton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wentzville and Kennett. Straight-line distance: 183.22 mi (294.86 km).
#1 Wentzville
A city in St.
| Population | 43,109 |
| Coordinates | 38.8114400, -90.8529100 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kennett
City in Dunklin County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 10,034 |
| Coordinates | 36.2361800, -90.0556500 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kennett (-90.05565, 36.23618)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 379 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 56m |
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 | $31.34 | $62.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.34 | $70.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $38.67 | $77.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $44.08 | $88.15 |
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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