Origin
Castle Point, MO
Afternoon in Castle Point on Sunday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Castle Point, MO to Perryville, MO
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
91.2 mi
147 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Perryville, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
Traveling from Castle Point to Perryville covers 91.2 miles across the Missouri Midwest, a journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to complete the drive. The path utilizes a combination of the Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway, the Ozark Expressway, and US 61. It is a straightforward trek that connects these two Missouri locations efficiently, making it a practical option if you are looking to move between these points with minimal fuss.
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
45.6 miles from Castle Point, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 25% of this journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads rather than cruising on an interstate. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 57.5 miles on the Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway, which provides the bulk of the speedier portion of the trip. As you transition between these road types, the character of the drive shifts from more open highway travel to the more technical, winding nature of local Missouri roadways. This variety keeps the drive engaging, as you aren't stuck in a monotonous interstate grind for the entire duration.
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.
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 57.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Chambers Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 91.2 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 0.5 miles (Chambers Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Halls Ferry Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.8 miles (Carrie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 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.
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Halls Ferry Road
Enter roundabout onto Halls Ferry Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
5.8 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Carrie Avenue
Turn right onto Carrie Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
9
9.1 mi into trip
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~16m in
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I 44 / Third Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44 / Third Street Expressway toward I 44 West: Tulsa, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 249A
Toward I 44 West: Tulsa, Memphis
7
12 mi into trip
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~20m in
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I 55 / Ozark Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 / Ozark Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Exit 290B
Towns Along This Route
Between Castle Point, MO and Perryville, MO, road signs point toward Memphis and Mo M: Brewer.
Memphis
9.1 mi in
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~16m
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via I 44
Mo M: Brewer
84.5 mi in
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~1h 41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway | 57.5 mi | 1h 1m |
| Ozark Expressway | 14.1 mi | 17m |
| US 61 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Halls Ferry Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| North Broadway | 2 mi | 4m |
| Third Street Expressway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Andy Gammon Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
— 57.5 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Castle Point, MO and Perryville, MO.
1
Start on Lord Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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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
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Halls Ferry Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Halls Ferry Road
466 ft
·
10 sec
·
Halls Ferry Road
5
Continue on Halls Ferry Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Halls Ferry Road
6
Turn slight right onto North Broadway
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Broadway
Use the none lane.
7
Turn right onto Carrie Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Carrie Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 70 East
9
Merge onto I 70
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mark Twain Expressway
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on I 70
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Third Street Expressway
Exit 249A
Toward I 44 West: Tulsa, Memphis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 44; I 55
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ozark Expressway
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Ozark Expressway
Exit 290B
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on I 55
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on I 55
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 135
Toward MO M: Brewer
17
Turn left onto MO M
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
MO M
18
At end of road, turn right onto US 61; MO M
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 61; MO M
19
Enter roundabout onto MO B
55 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Main Street
20
Continue on MO B
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
21
Turn left onto East Saint Joseph Street
365 ft
·
18 sec
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East Saint Joseph Street
22
Turn right onto South Spring Street
221 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Spring Street
23
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 91.2-mile distance in one go, so plan your schedule around your own personal preference rather than forced rest breaks. Because the route is turn-heavy, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you don't miss any transitions between the Ozark Expressway and US 61. Setting aside $14 for fuel will cover your needs, but having a little extra on hand is never a bad idea for unexpected detours. Take advantage of the fact that this is a quick drive by keeping your itinerary light, allowing you to arrive in Perryville refreshed and ready to go.
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 45.6 miles from Castle Point, MO, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.5 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 59m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Perryville, 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.
+
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 91.2 miles and 1h 52m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway for about 57.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.6 mi from Castle Point, MO · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 45.6 miles from Castle Point, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Perryville, MO
The final approach into Perryville, 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 Perryville, 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
$13.85 one way
$27.70 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.27 | $30.54 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.22 | $34.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.26 | $40.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.58 | $4.38 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Perryville, MO
Afternoon in Perryville on Sunday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
23 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 52m 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 Perryville, MO covers 91.2 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway, Ozark Expressway, US 61. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.6 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 $13.85 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 91.2 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 0.5 miles (Chambers Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Halls Ferry Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.8 miles (Carrie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Castle Point, MO and Perryville, MO, road signs point toward Memphis and Mo M: Brewer.
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