Origin
Bel-Nor, MO
Afternoon in Bel-Nor on Sunday
Local time
3:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bel-Nor, MO to Castle Point, MO
Drive Time
14m
Distance
6.7 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bel-Nor, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion within Missouri, the 6.7-mile connection between Bel-Nor and Castle Point is an incredibly efficient trip. Expect to spend about 14 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Because the route is entirely local, you will not need to worry about overnight logistics or complex travel planning. With fuel costs estimated at just $1, it is an exceptionally budget-friendly journey that serves as a straightforward link between these two Midwest locations. You can easily complete this drive in one go, providing you with plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
3.4 miles from Bel-Nor, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged from start to finish. You will navigate primarily via Hatherly Drive, Clearview Drive, and Natural Bridge Road, as this route contains zero highway miles. Since the entire trip is comprised of local streets, there are no long, monotonous interstate stretches to contend with here. The experience is defined by frequent maneuvers rather than high-speed cruising. Expect a steady, hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention as you transition between these neighborhood thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lucas-Hunt Road is the longest continuous segment at about 3.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
656 ft
451 ft
Total Climb
94 ft
Total Descent
227 ft
Highest Point
656 ft
~0.6 mi in
Elevation Range
205 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hatherly Drive.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hatherly Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MO 115 / Natural Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (MO 115 / Natural Bridge Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hatherly Drive
Turn left onto Hatherly Drive
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MO 115 / Natural Bridge Road
Turn right onto MO 115 / Natural Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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MO 115 / Natural Bridge Road
Enter roundabout onto MO 115 / Natural Bridge Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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MO U / Lucas-Hunt Road
Turn left onto MO U / Lucas-Hunt Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
5.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
|
Chambers Road
Turn right onto Chambers Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lucas-Hunt Road | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Natural Bridge Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lord Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Halls Ferry Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Chambers Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Hatherly Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Clearview Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Audrain Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lucas-Hunt Road
— 3.7 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bel-Nor, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on Audrain Drive
165 ft
·
7 sec
·
Audrain Drive
2
Turn left onto Hatherly Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Hatherly Drive
3
Turn straight onto Clearview Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Clearview Drive
4
Turn right onto MO 115
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Natural Bridge Road
5
Enter roundabout onto MO 115
103 ft
·
1 sec
·
Natural Bridge Road
6
Continue on MO 115
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Natural Bridge Road
7
Turn left onto MO U
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Lucas-Hunt Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto MO AC
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Halls Ferry Road
9
Turn right onto Chambers Road
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Chambers Road
10
Turn left onto Lord Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lord Drive
11
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 14-minute duration of this trip, you have the advantage of total departure flexibility. Since there are no planned stops along the way, you can easily fit this drive into any gap in your daily itinerary. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should prioritize familiarizing yourself with your turns on Hatherly and Clearview Drive before you pull away. Because the fuel cost is a negligible $1, you won't need to stress about refueling stations or complex logistics. Simply focus on the local traffic patterns and enjoy the simplicity of this brief Midwestern transit.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 3.4 miles from Bel-Nor, MO, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 6.7 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.4 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Castle Point, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bel-Nor, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bel-Nor, MO
This is one driving day of about 6.7 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bel-Nor, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Lucas-Hunt Road for about 3.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.4 mi from Bel-Nor, MO · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 6.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.4 miles from Bel-Nor, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Castle Point, MO
The final approach into Castle Point, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Castle Point, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.02 one way
$2.04 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.12 | $2.24 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.26 | $2.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.59 | $0.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Castle Point, MO
Afternoon in Castle Point on Sunday
Local time
3:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bel-Nor, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 6.7 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lucas-Hunt Road, Natural Bridge Road, Lord Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.4 miles from Bel-Nor, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.02 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hatherly Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MO 115 / Natural Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (MO 115 / Natural Bridge Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Bel-Nor, MO to Castle Point, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 451 ft to 656 ft elevation with about 94 ft of total climbing.
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