Des Moines to Saint Peters, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

249.2 miles 401 km · straight line
311.5 miles estimated 501.3 km · driving distance
6h 16min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
140° SE bearing direction

How far is Des Moines from Saint Peters, Missouri?

The distance from Des Moines to Saint Peters, Missouri is 249.2 miles (401 km) as the crow flies. Saint Peters, Missouri is located SE of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 311.5 miles, taking about 6h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Saint Peters, Missouri 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Moines and Saint Peters, Missouri. 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 Des Moines to Saint Peters, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 16min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 31min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 57min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Des Moines & Saint Peters, Missouri

Quick Facts

Des Moines
41.59°N, 93.63°W
America/Chicago
291m elevation
Saint Peters, Missouri
38.80°N, 90.63°W
America/Chicago
134m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients