Origin
Camdenton, MO
Afternoon in Camdenton on Sunday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camdenton, MO to Castle Point, MO
Drive Time
3h 38m
Distance
184.7 mi
297 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
Camdenton, MO
Change C.C
Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Trip Overview
Traveling from Camdenton to Castle Point covers 184.7 miles across the Missouri Midwest, typically taking about 3 hours and 38 minutes of drive time. Because this is a relatively straightforward journey, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $28 for fuel to make the trip comfortably. The route relies on a combination of US 54, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and I-270 to connect the two locations. It serves as a practical, efficient transit between regions rather than a multi-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.3 miles from Camdenton, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning between different road types as you navigate the state. You will spend 53% of your time on highways, balancing faster interstate travel with other road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch is an 88-mile run on US 54, which provides a steady pace before you transition onto the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and I-270. Expect the road personality to shift from more open, rural stretches to the higher-traffic flow typical of approaching the Castle Point area.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 54 is the longest continuous segment at about 88 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
966 ft
460 ft
Total Climb
583 ft
Total Descent
846 ft
Highest Point
966 ft
~39.6 mi in
Elevation Range
507 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 88 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 184.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 88 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 172.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 172.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
88 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
8
172.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
7
172.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
8
173.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
6
182.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 31m in
Take the exit toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferr...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Camdenton, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
172.3 mi in
|
~3h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 54 | 88 mi | 1h 40m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 84 mi | 1h 38m |
| I 270 | 9 mi | 11m |
| New Halls Ferry Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Halls Ferry Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pershall Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Edgefield Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Hudson Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 54
— 88 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camdenton, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on US 54
32 mi
·
37 min
·
US 54
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn straight onto US 54
56 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
US 54
Use the none lane.
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
4
Merge onto I 70; US 40
84 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Exit 232
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the straight lane.
9
Merge onto I 270
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 270
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 30
Toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
11
Turn straight onto Pershall Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Pershall Road
12
Turn right onto MO AC
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
New Halls Ferry Road
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on MO AC
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Halls Ferry Road
14
Turn left onto Hudson Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Hudson Drive
15
Turn right onto Edgefield Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Edgefield Drive
16
Turn left onto Duchess Drive
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Duchess Drive
17
Turn left onto Lord Drive
284 ft
·
12 sec
·
Lord Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3-hour and 38-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 184.7-mile distance. Since you have significant highway time, check traffic reports for I-270 before you depart to avoid potential congestion near your destination. If you want a smoother experience, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuting hours. Given the $28 fuel estimate, it is wise to top off your tank in Camdenton to ensure you have plenty of range before hitting the longer highway sections. Flexibility is your best asset here, as the manageable duration allows you to adjust your pace based on how you feel behind the wheel.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.3 miles from Camdenton, MO, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.3 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 54m
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 Camdenton, 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 Camdenton, MO
This is one driving day of about 184.7 miles and 3h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Camdenton, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 54 for about 88 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.3 mi from Camdenton, MO · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 92.3 miles from Camdenton, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 54 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88 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.
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
$28.05 one way
$56.11 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $30.93 | $61.85 |
| premium | $4.80 | $34.87 | $69.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.03 | $82.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.39 | $8.87 |
| Efficient EV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.16 | $7.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.9 | 0 | $25.86 | $11.82 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Quincy, IL
92 mi in
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
20 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
3h 38m 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 Camdenton, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 184.7 miles and takes about 3h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 54, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, I 270. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.3 miles from Camdenton, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 184.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 88 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 172.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 172.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Camdenton, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
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