The drive from Paris, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 131.9 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Avenue of the Saints, MO 154, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.9 miles on Avenue of the Saints.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.62 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66 miles from Paris, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 131.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Paris, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 131.9 miles and takes about 2h 54m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Avenue of the Saints is the longest continuous segment at about 46.9 miles.
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 97.8 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 131.9 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 97.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 119.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 119.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
97.8 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
8
119.6 mi into trip|~2h 35m 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
119.7 mi into trip|~2h 35m 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
120.4 mi into trip|~2h 36m 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
129.6 mi into trip|~2h 47m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Paris, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
119.6 mi in|~2h 35m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Avenue of the Saints
46.9 mi
55m
MO 154
32.7 mi
48m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
21.2 mi
26m
US 54
11.3 mi
14m
I 270
9 mi
11m
MO 19
5.3 mi
6m
South Main Street
1 mi
1m
New Halls Ferry Road
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 46.9 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on North Washington Street
88 ft·9 sec·North Washington Street
2
Turn left onto West Locust Street
362 ft·12 sec·West Locust Street
3
Turn right onto US 24 Business; MO 15
1.0 mi·1 min·South Main Street
4
Continue on MO 15; MO 154
0.1 mi·12 sec·MO 15; MO 154
5
Turn slight left onto MO 154
20 mi·30 min·MO 154
6
Continue on MO 19; MO 154
5.3 mi·6 min·MO 19; MO 154
7
Turn left onto MO 154
12 mi·18 min·MO 154
8
Turn straight onto US 54
11 mi·14 min·US 54
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward US 61 South: Saint Louis
10
Merge onto US 61
47 mi·55 min·Avenue of the Saints
Use the right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·51 sec
Toward I 70 East: Saint LouisUse the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Merge onto I 70
21 mi·26 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·12 sec
Exit 232Toward I 270: Chicago, MemphisUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·36 sec
Toward I 270 North: ChicagoUse the slight left lane.
15
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·18 sec·this road
Exit 232Toward I 270 North: Chicago
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
Toward I 270 North: ChicagoUse the straight lane.
17
Merge onto I 270
9.0 mi·11 min·I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 30Toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
19
Turn straight onto Pershall Road
0.3 mi·48 sec·Pershall Road
20
Turn right onto MO AC
0.6 mi·57 sec·New Halls Ferry Road
21
Continue on MO AC
0.3 mi·35 sec·Halls Ferry Road
22
Turn left onto Hudson Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Hudson Drive
23
Turn right onto Edgefield Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Edgefield Drive
24
Turn left onto Duchess Drive
0.2 mi·56 sec·Duchess Drive
25
Turn left onto Lord Drive
284 ft·12 sec·Lord Drive
26
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66 miles from Paris, MO, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.9 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 29 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66 miles or 1h 30m 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 21m
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 Paris, 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 Paris, MO
This is one driving day of about 131.9 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Paris, 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 Avenue of the Saints for about 46.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66 mi from Paris, MO
· 1h 30m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 131.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.62 one way
$41.24 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$22.64
$45.28
premium
$4.89
$25.38
$50.77
diesel
$5.61
$29.12
$58.24
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
15 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Tesla Supercharger
Lake St Louis, Missouri
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
St Peters, Missouri
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
O'Fallon, Missouri
Blink
1 DCFC
EVXY Charging Station
Troy, Missouri
Other
1 DCFC
EVgo Charging Station
Wentzville, Missouri
EVgo
1 DCFC
EVre Charging Station
Bowling Green, Missouri
Other
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Wentzville, Missouri
Blink
1 DCFC
EVXY Charging Station
Moscow Mills, Missouri
Other
1 DCFC
Other: 5
Blink: 4
ChargePoint: 3
EVgo: 2
Tesla: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.6
0
$13.85
$6.33
Efficient EV
33
0
$11.54
$5.28
EV Truck/SUV
52.8
0
$18.47
$8.44
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Paris, MO
Late night
in Paris on Friday
Local time
3:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Castle Point, MO
Late night
in Castle Point on Friday
Local time
3:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Troy, MO
66 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
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
2h 54m 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 Paris, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 131.9 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue of the Saints, MO 154, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66 miles from Paris, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.62 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.
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 17 significant decision points across 131.9 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 97.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 119.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 119.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Paris, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
