Origin
Bourbon, MO
Night in Bourbon on Thursday
Local time
10:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bourbon, MO to Castle Point, MO
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
78.4 mi
126 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bourbon, MO
Ray Suarez
Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Trip Overview
The drive from Bourbon, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 78.4 miles and takes about 1h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 44, Jennings Station Road, South Skinker Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.9 miles on I 44. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.2 miles from Bourbon, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 78.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 39m highway drive covering 78.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 44 and Jennings Station Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 61.9 miles on I 44.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 61.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and Jennings Station Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near I 44.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 44): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 44
Merge onto I 44
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
66 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Jamieson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 284
Toward Jamieson Avenue
6
66.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Jamieson Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Jamieson Avenue
5
66.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Jamieson Avenue
Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
66.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Arsenal Street
At end of road, turn left onto Arsenal Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 44 | 61.9 mi | 1h 9m |
| Jennings Station Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| South Skinker Boulevard | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Halls Ferry Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| McCausland Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Kienlen Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 61.9 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bourbon, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on MO N
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pine Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 44 East: Saint Louis
3
Merge onto I 44
62 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 44
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 44
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
5
Continue on I 44
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 284
Toward Jamieson Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
227 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Jamieson Avenue
8
Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Jamieson Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
At end of road, turn left onto Arsenal Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Arsenal Street
10
Turn right onto McCausland Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
McCausland Avenue
11
Continue on South Skinker Boulevard
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Skinker Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Kienlen Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Kienlen Avenue
13
Continue on Jennings Station Road
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Jennings Station Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn left onto Halls Ferry Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Halls Ferry Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Chambers Road
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Chambers Road
16
Turn left onto Lord Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lord Drive
17
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Trip Plan
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 39.2 miles from Bourbon, MO, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.9 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 17 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.2 miles or 44m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Castle Point, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bourbon, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bourbon, MO
This is one driving day of about 78.4 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Bourbon, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 44 for about 61.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.2 mi from Bourbon, MO · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.2 miles from Bourbon, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.9 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.26 one way
$24.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.46 | $26.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.09 | $30.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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 Thursday
Local time
10:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
1 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
1h 39m 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 Bourbon, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 78.4 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 44, Jennings Station Road, South Skinker Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.2 miles from Bourbon, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.26 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 44): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Bourbon, MO to Castle Point, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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