Origin
Castle Point, MO
Afternoon in Castle Point on Sunday
Local time
2:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Castle Point, MO to Cabool, MO
Drive Time
3h 34m
Distance
176.1 mi
283 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Cabool, MO
Collab Media
Trip Overview
Spanning 176.1 miles through the heart of Missouri, this journey from Castle Point to Cabool takes approximately 3 hours and 34 minutes to complete. Given the total duration, you can easily tackle this route as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, North Bishop Avenue, and the Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway. Budgeting around $27 for fuel should cover your travel costs for this Midwest excursion. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this straightforward drive offers a reliable connection between these two Missouri locations.
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
88 miles from Castle Point, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads, which keeps the driving experience engaging and technical. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, which spans 91.3 miles of the total distance. Because the route relies entirely on local corridors, you should prepare for a varied pace that requires your full attention behind the wheel. The transition between these specific roads creates a distinct rhythm that defines this journey through the Missouri landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor is the longest continuous segment at about 91.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,341 ft
441 ft
Total Climb
1,468 ft
Total Descent
676 ft
Highest Point
1,341 ft
~146.7 mi in
Elevation Range
900 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Chambers Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 176.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.5 miles (Chambers Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 110.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Chambers Road
At end of road, turn right onto Chambers Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
12.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the ramp toward I 44 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 44 West
5
110.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward MO E: Rolla
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 185
Toward MO E: Rolla
5
110.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
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MO E / Tim Bradley Way
Enter roundabout onto MO E / Tim Bradley Way
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
111.2 mi into trip
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~2h 13m in
|
I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Castle Point, MO to Cabool, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo E: Rolla along the way.
Mo E: Rolla
110.6 mi in
|
~2h 12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor | 91.3 mi | 1h 40m |
| North Bishop Avenue | 64.3 mi | 1h 20m |
| Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Jennings Station Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| North 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 |
Longest stretch:
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
— 91.3 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Castle Point, MO and Cabool, MO.
1
Start on Lord Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lord Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto Chambers Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Chambers Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto MO AC
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Halls Ferry Road
4
Turn right onto Jennings Station Road
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Jennings Station Road
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on Kienlen Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Kienlen Avenue
6
Continue on North Skinker Boulevard
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North Skinker Boulevard
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on McCausland Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
McCausland Avenue
8
Turn left onto Arsenal Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Arsenal Street
9
Turn right onto Jamieson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Jamieson Avenue
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 44 West
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 44
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
12
Continue on I 44
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on I 44
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on I 44; US 50
91 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 185
Toward MO E: Rolla
16
Enter roundabout onto MO E
294 ft
·
5 sec
·
Tim Bradley Way
17
Continue on MO E
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Tim Bradley Way
Use the left / none lanes.
18
Turn slight right onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
30 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Bishop Avenue
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
145 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Bishop Avenue
20
Continue on I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
64 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
North Bishop Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Turn right onto US 60 Business
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 60 Business
Use the right lane.
22
Turn right
120 ft
·
8 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route without any highway miles, plan for a steady pace rather than high-speed travel. You should factor in at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs during the 3-hour and 34-minute drive, as the local roads can be demanding. Departing early in the day is your best bet to navigate these local corridors with better visibility and less local traffic. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, keeping the $27 estimate in mind for your budget. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor and North Bishop Avenue to ensure a smooth, stress-free transit.
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 88 miles from Castle Point, MO, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.3 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88 miles or 1h 47m 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 Cabool, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Castle Point, 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 Castle Point, MO
This is one driving day of about 176.1 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Castle Point, 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 Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor for about 91.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88 mi from Castle Point, MO · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 88 miles from Castle Point, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.3 miles.
Arriving in Cabool, MO
The final approach into Cabool, 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 Cabool, 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
$26.75 one way
$53.50 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $29.49 | $58.97 |
| premium | $4.80 | $33.24 | $66.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $39.12 | $78.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.8 | 0 | $18.49 | $8.45 |
| Efficient EV | 44 | 0 | $15.41 | $7.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.4 | 0 | $24.65 | $11.27 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Cabool, MO
Afternoon in Cabool on Sunday
Local time
2:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°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
14 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 34m 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 Castle Point, MO to Cabool, MO covers 176.1 miles and takes about 3h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, North Bishop Avenue, Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88 miles from Castle Point, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.75 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 176.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.5 miles (Chambers Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 110.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Castle Point, MO to Cabool, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo E: Rolla along the way.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 441 ft to 1,341 ft elevation with about 1,468 ft of total climbing.
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