Distance Guide
How far is Chicago from St. Louis?
The distance between Chicago, IL and St. Louis, MO is about 262 miles — roughly a 4 hr 46 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
262 mi
Drive time
4 hr 46 min
Midpoint
40.253°, -88.915°
Driving from Chicago to St. Louis
Most drivers cover the 262-mile route in about 4 hr 46 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint lands Springfield, IL — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 131 miles each instead of 262. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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