re: Stopping point between Memphis and St. Louis

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I figured it's realistic to be able to drive from Louisiana to St. Louis in 1 day, but I would really prefer not to

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Only 9 1/2 hours or so. Not a bad day for my wife and me. Did it often when daughter was in college there.

That said, towns not named St Louis might be safer, although there are some nice areas and good hotels in St Louis.