MRI in St. Louis — Driving from the MO-21 Corridor
MO-21 is the road that becomes Tesson Ferry — our own street. From Hillsboro you're about half an hour away; from Farmington and Fredericktown, the faster US-67 and I-55 route gets you here in about an hour to an hour and a half. Either way it's toll-free, and the scan is a flat$399, no insurance needed.
How Far Is It?
MO-21 north becomes Tesson Ferry Road and runs right past the clinic — for Hillsboro and De Soto it's the natural route, no interstate involved. For Bonne Terre, Farmington, and Fredericktown, US-67 north to I-55 is the faster way, and MO-21 is the scenic alternative. Every route below is toll-free.
| Origin | Approx. miles | Approx. time | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro | 24 mi | 25–33 min | MO-21 N → becomes Tesson Ferry Rd |
| De Soto | 33 mi | 35–43 min | MO-21 N → becomes Tesson Ferry Rd |
| Bonne Terre | 49 mi | 50–59 min | US-67 N → I-55 N → I-270 W → Exit 2 (fastest) |
| Farmington | 61 mi | 1h05–1h10 | US-67 N → I-55 N → I-270 W → Exit 2 (fastest) |
| Fredericktown | 79 mi | ~1h25 | US-67 N → I-55 N → I-270 W → Exit 2 (fastest) |
A few honest caveats:
- Hillsboro: About 24 miles via MO-21 north; typically 25–33 minutes, but it’s two-lane with lights for the last stretch, so allow an extra 10–15 minutes at busy times.
- De Soto: About 33 miles via MO-21 north; typically 35–43 minutes, but it’s two-lane with lights for the last stretch, so allow an extra 10–15 minutes at busy times.
- Bonne Terre: About 49 miles via US-67 and I-55; typically 50–59 minutes, but allow an extra 10–15 minutes if you hit I-270 rush hour.
- Fredericktown: Roughly 79 miles via US-67 and I-55; usually about 1 hour 25 minutes, though long-distance drives can run 15–20 minutes longer or shorter depending on traffic and weather.
Route & Parking
Sunset Hills Imaging is one location — 12152 Tesson Ferry Road in St. Louis. Here's how to get here from the MO-21 corridor.
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From Hillsboro or De Soto
Take MO-21 north. It becomes Tesson Ferry Road and runs right past the clinic — two-lane with lights for the last stretch.
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From Bonne Terre, Farmington, or Fredericktown
The faster route is US-67 north to I-55, then I-55 north to I-270 west and Exit 2. MO-21 is the scenic back-roads alternative if you prefer it, but the interstate is the one we recommend.
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Take Exit 2
If you’re on I-270, Exit 2 (MO-21 / Tesson Ferry Road) is the clinic’s exit, about a mile north of the address.
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Final turns
Head south on Tesson Ferry Road, turn right on Gerald Drive, then right on Merito Drive to 12152.
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Park at the door
Free on-site parking right at the clinic entrance.
The last stretch of MO-21 is two-lane with lights, and I-270 backs up during weekday peak hours, so add 10–20 minutes if you're arriving then. Every route above is toll-free, and parking is free on site.
Why the Drive Is Worth It
One flat price, no surprises
Every non-contrast scan is $399, with no facility fee, no separate radiologist bill, and no insurance required. For many patients that's less than their deductible.
Non-contrast studies only
No IV, no dye, no prep. Bring your doctor's order and you're done.
Report in 24–48 hours
A board-certified radiologist reads your scan, and the report goes to your provider within two business days.
Toll-free and free parking
MO-21 and the alternate routes have no tolls, and parking on site is free. The only cost is the $399 flat rate.
For patients from Farmington or Fredericktown, the savings usually cover the drive many times over — and the report reaches your provider within 24–48 hours, so you're not waiting on anyone. A doctor's order is required for every scan; same-day appointments are often available, so call(314) 834-7226 and we'll find a slot that works with the drive.
New to MRIs? See what to expect during your scan.
What to Expect When You Get Here
We're at 12152 Tesson Ferry Road in St. Louis, with free on-site parking. Bring your doctor's order — fax it to (314) 804-7226, email Sunset@moimaging.com, or bring a printed copy. Scans are non-contrast with no prep, most take about 25 minutes, and you're free to leave when they're done. The report goes to your provider within 24–48 hours.
What to Request
All of our scans are non-contrast studies at one flat $399, no insurance needed and a doctor's order required. Start with the body part below.
Back pain, disc problems, sciatica
Covers the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, plus sacrum, coccyx, pelvis, and SI joints — the most common scans we do.
Knee, hip, ankle, and foot pain
Meniscus and ligament tears, arthritis, stress fractures, and tendon injuries. Choose the correct side when you book.
Shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand
Rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, carpal tunnel workups, and joint pain. Choose the correct side when you book.
Headaches, MS workups, TMJ
Brain, orbits, IAC, pituitary, and TMJ studies — all non-contrast, like everything we scan.
The Drive Is Worth It — $399, Flat
Toll-free route, no insurance needed, radiologist report in 24–48 hours.