Origin
Belle, MO
Night in Belle on Tuesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belle, MO to Castle Point, MO
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
104.7 mi
168 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
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6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belle, MO
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Castle Point, MO
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Trip Overview
Embark on a 104.7-mile journey from Belle, MO, to Castle Point, MO, a drive that will take approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes. This route is best suited as a single-day trip, offering a straightforward travel experience within the Midwest region. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The drive primarily utilizes local roads, suggesting a more connected and turn-heavy experience rather than an open highway cruise. Its manageable length and cost make it an accessible option for a spontaneous road trip.
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
52.3 miles from Belle, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with no highway miles contributing to its 104.7-mile length. Expect to navigate through various local streets, including South Alvarado Avenue and 5th Street, before merging onto I-44 East for a portion of the trip. Given the lack of significant highway stretches and the emphasis on local roads, the drive will likely involve frequent turns and a more intimate connection with the landscape. The absence of a 'longest stretch' metric further reinforces the idea of a journey punctuated by frequent changes in direction and pace.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Alvarado Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Belle, MO to Castle Point, MO is easy. At 1h 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Belle, MO to Castle Point, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Alvarado Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 5th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 44 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jamieson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Arsenal Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McCausland Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Alvarado Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belle, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on the route
138 ft
·
8 sec
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the route
2
Turn left onto South Alvarado Avenue
341 ft
·
11 sec
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South Alvarado Avenue
3
Turn left onto 5th Street
233 ft
·
11 sec
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5th Street
4
Turn left
5.7 mi
·
8 min
5
Keep slight left
14 mi
·
20 min
6
Turn right
27 mi
·
34 min
7
Merge slight left
2.5 mi
·
3 min
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 44 East, US 50 East: Saint Louis
34 mi
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39 min
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I 44 East, US 50 East: Saint Louis
9
Continue on Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
10
Continue on Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
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Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward Jamieson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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Jamieson Avenue
12
Keep slight left to continue on Jamieson Avenue
226 ft
·
7 sec
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Jamieson Avenue
13
Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
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Jamieson Avenue
14
At the end of the road, turn left onto Arsenal Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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Arsenal Street
15
Turn right onto McCausland Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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McCausland Avenue
16
Continue on South Skinker Boulevard
2.8 mi
·
5 min
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South Skinker Boulevard
17
Continue on Kienlen Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Kienlen Avenue
18
Continue on Jennings Station Road
3.3 mi
·
6 min
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Jennings Station Road
19
Turn left onto Halls Ferry Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Halls Ferry Road
20
Turn right onto Chambers Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
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Chambers Road
21
Turn left onto Lord Drive
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Lord Drive
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 1-hour and 56-minute drive covering 104.7 miles, you have considerable flexibility with your departure time. Since it's a relatively short trip with a $16 fuel cost and no designated overnight stops, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush and allow for a relaxed pace. Pay close attention to navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent adjustments. While there are no specific long stretches to plan around, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially when relying on local roads where services can be more spaced out. A good tip is to familiarize yourself with the initial local road segments in Belle before hitting the I-44 East section.
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 52.3 miles from Belle, MO, or about 58m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
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 Belle, 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 Belle, MO
This is one driving day of about 104.7 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Belle, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.3 mi from Belle, MO · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.3 miles from Belle, 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
$16.37 one way
$32.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.97 | $35.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.15 | $40.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.12 | $46.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.03 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.16 | $4.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.66 | $6.70 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Night in Castle Point on Tuesday
Local time
11:21 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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 56m 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 Belle, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 104.7 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Alvarado Avenue, 5th Street, I 44 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.3 miles from Belle, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.37 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.
The drive from Belle, MO to Castle Point, MO is easy. At 1h 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Belle, MO to Castle Point, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Belle, MO to Castle Point, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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