Anderson, Indiana to St. Louis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262.1 miles 421.8 km · straight line
327.6 miles estimated 527.3 km · driving distance
6h 35min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Anderson, Indiana from St. Louis?

The distance from Anderson, Indiana to St. Louis is 262.1 miles (421.8 km) as the crow flies. St. Louis is located WSW of Anderson, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 327.6 miles, taking about 6h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, Indiana in Indiana and St. Louis in Missouri.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, Indiana and St. Louis. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Anderson, Indiana to St. Louis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 35min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 54min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 15min $39–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, Indiana & St. Louis

Quick Facts

Anderson, Indiana
40.11°N, 85.68°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
268m elevation
St. Louis
38.63°N, 90.20°W
America/Chicago
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients