Drive time
Chicago to St. Louis
Quick answer
The drive from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO is approximately 4 hr 22 min covering about 262 miles at typical highway speeds.
Distance
262 mi
Drive time
4 hr 22 min
Midpoint
40.25°, -88.91°
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If you're driving to meet someone in St. Louis, meeting halfway saves each of you about 131 miles and 131 minutes round-trip.
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Midpoint
40.2525°, -88.9146°
Chicago and St. Louis are about 262 miles apart — each person drives roughly 131 miles.
Sample of top spots near this midpoint
Coffee
Roastery & Co.
★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop
Brunch
Sunday Skillet
★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating
Bar
The Halfway House
★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable
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