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Trip from Kansas City, MO to Castle Point, MO

Drive Time

4h 42m

Distance

242.6 mi

390 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 29m ★
6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 52m
12 PM
4h 49m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 8m
8 PM
4h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Kansas City, MO, MO

Kansas City, MO

Matthew Chirinos

Downtown Castle Point, MO, MO

Castle Point, MO

Gergely Meszárcsek

Trip Overview

The drive from Kansas City, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 242.6 miles and takes about 4h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, I 270 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 157.4 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.85 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

121.3 miles from Kansas City, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 4h 42m drive with frequent turns across 242.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 157.4 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 early in the drive near East 12th Street.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 242.6 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: near the start (East 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 230.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 230.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 12th Street

Turn right onto East 12th Street

Navigation decision point

8
230.2 mi into trip | ~4h 23m 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
230.4 mi into trip | ~4h 23m 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
231.1 mi into trip | ~4h 24m 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
240.3 mi into trip | ~4h 36m 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 Kansas City, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.

Memphis

230.2 mi in | ~4h 23m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 157.4 mi 3h 1m
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway 54.4 mi 58m
I 270 9 mi 11m
George Brett Super Highway 6.9 mi 9m
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway 5.6 mi 6m
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway 1.9 mi 2m
Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway 1.8 mi 2m
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway 1.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 157.4 mi, about 3h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kansas City, MO and Castle Point, MO.

1

Start on Oak Street

20 ft · 4 sec · Oak Street
2

Turn right onto East 12th Street

0.2 mi · 42 sec · East 12th Street
3

Turn right onto Charlotte Street

476 ft · 11 sec · Charlotte Street
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East
5

Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40

6.9 mi · 9 min · George Brett Super Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Continue on I 70

2.9 mi · 3 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
7

Continue on I 70

1.8 mi · 2 min · Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 70

2.6 mi · 3 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
9

Continue on I 70

53 mi · 56 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10

Continue on I 70; US 40

32 mi · 34 min · U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

22 mi · 24 min · U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
12

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.8 mi · 2 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
13

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.6 mi · 1 min · Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
14

Continue on I 70; US 40

1.9 mi · 2 min · Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
15

Continue on I 70; US 40

103 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 12 sec
Exit 232 Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis Use the slight right lane.
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago Use the slight left lane.
18

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 18 sec · this road
Exit 232 Toward I 270 North: Chicago
19

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago Use the straight lane.
20

Merge onto I 270

9.0 mi · 11 min · I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 30 Toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
22

Turn straight onto Pershall Road

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Pershall Road
23

Turn right onto MO AC

0.6 mi · 57 sec · New Halls Ferry Road
24

Continue on MO AC

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Halls Ferry Road
25

Turn left onto Hudson Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Hudson Drive
26

Turn right onto Edgefield Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Edgefield Drive
27

Turn left onto Duchess Drive

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Duchess Drive
28

Turn left onto Lord Drive

284 ft · 12 sec · Lord Drive
29

Arrive at destination

Lord Drive

Trip Plan

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 121.3 miles from Kansas City, MO, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.4 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 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 121.3 miles or 2h 13m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 46m

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 Kansas City, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

+

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 Kansas City, MO

This is one driving day of about 242.6 miles and 4h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kansas City, 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 157.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 121.3 mi from Kansas City, MO · 2h 13m into the drive

Downtown Quincy, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Quincy, IL

121 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

Columbia, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Quincy, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 121.3 miles from Kansas City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 157.4 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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gateway Arch National Park

Gateway Arch National Park

National Park

Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour $19 near mile 242.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.85 one way

$73.70 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 85 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $40.62 $81.24
premium $4.80 $45.80 $91.60
diesel $5.64 $53.90 $107.79

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 84.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 72.8 0 $25.47 $11.64
Efficient EV 60.7 0 $21.23 $9.70
EV Truck/SUV 97 1 $33.96 $15.53

Gas CO2

85 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Kansas City, MO

Afternoon in Kansas City on Monday

Local time

2:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Mostly Cloudy

SSW 13 to 18 mph 13% chance Live forecast

Destination

Castle Point, MO

Afternoon in Castle Point on Monday

Local time

2:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

55°F

Quincy, IL

121 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

25 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

4h 42m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Kansas City, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 242.6 miles and takes about 4h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway, I 270. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 121.3 miles from Kansas City, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.85 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 242.6 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: near the start (East 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 230.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 230.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Kansas City, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.

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