Trip from Sullivan, MO to Castle Point, MO

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

1h 33m

Distance

72.1 mi

116 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min

4 AM

1h 26m ★

6 AM

1h 33m

8 AM

1h 47m

10 AM

1h 38m

12 PM

1h 37m

3 PM

1h 39m

5 PM

1h 47m

8 PM

1h 29m

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

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Sullivan, MO

Chris Duan

Castle Point, MO

Gergely Meszárcsek

Trip Overview

This 72.1-mile drive from Sullivan to Castle Point, Missouri, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes. Primarily following I-44, Jennings Station Road, and South Skinker Boulevard, the route is heavily highway-focused, accounting for 76% of the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this is a budget-friendly excursion within the Midwest region. The relatively short distance and straightforward path make it ideal for a quick getaway or a convenient transfer between locations without the need for an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

36.1 miles from Sullivan, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 72.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-centric experience for the majority of this 72.1-mile journey. With 76% of the drive on major roadways, including a substantial 54.6-mile stretch on I-44, you'll find consistent speeds and efficient travel. As you transition off the interstate, Jennings Station Road and South Skinker Boulevard will offer a slight change of pace, though the overall profile remains highway-focused. This route is designed for getting from point A to point B effectively, rather than for extensive scenic exploration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and Jennings Station Road. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Washington Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.1 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Vine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles (US Historic 66 / West Springfield Road): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Washington Street

Turn right onto West Washington Street

Navigation decision point

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Vine Street

Enter roundabout onto West Vine Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | US Historic 66 / West Springfield Road

At end of road, turn right onto US Historic 66 / West Springfield Road

Navigation decision point

59.7 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in

Take the exit toward Jamieson Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 284 Toward Jamieson Avenue

59.8 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Jamieson Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward Jamieson Avenue

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 44	54.6 mi	1h 1m
Jennings Station Road	3.3 mi	6m
South 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
Kienlen Avenue	1.6 mi	2m
West Springfield Road	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 44 — 54.6 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

55 ft · 6 sec · this road

Turn right onto West Washington Street

115 ft · 3 sec · West Washington Street

Enter roundabout onto West Vine Street

176 ft · 6 sec · West Vine Street

Continue on West Vine Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · West Vine Street

Turn left onto South Church Street

0.4 mi · 56 sec · South Church Street

At end of road, turn right onto US Historic 66

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Springfield Road

Turn left onto MO 185

0.2 mi · 23 sec · MO 185

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward I 44 East: Saint Louis

Merge onto I 44

55 mi · 1 hr 1 min · I 44

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 44

2.7 mi · 3 min · Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway

Continue on I 44

0.6 mi · 47 sec · Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Exit 284 Toward Jamieson Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

227 ft · 6 sec

Toward Jamieson Avenue

Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Jamieson Avenue

Use the left / straight lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto Arsenal Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Arsenal Street

Turn right onto McCausland Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · McCausland Avenue

Continue on South Skinker Boulevard

2.8 mi · 5 min · South Skinker Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Continue on Kienlen Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · Kienlen Avenue

Continue on Jennings Station Road

3.3 mi · 6 min · Jennings Station Road

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto Halls Ferry Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Halls Ferry Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Chambers Road

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Chambers Road

Turn left onto Lord Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Lord Drive

Arrive at destination

Lord Drive

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 33-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility with this 72.1-mile route. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak commuter traffic on roads like South Skinker Boulevard. With no designated stops, you can easily pull over as needed for breaks, especially during the longest 54.6-mile stretch on I-44. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, with an estimated cost of $11 for the trip, and plan your refueling before you set out if starting from a more remote location.

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 36.1 miles from Sullivan, MO, or about 42m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 16 miles or 19m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.1 miles or 42m 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 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Castle Point, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Sullivan, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Sullivan, MO

This is one driving day of about 72.1 miles and 1h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Sullivan, MO.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 44 for about 54.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 36.1 mi from Sullivan, MO · 42m into the drive

city in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Valley Park, MO

36 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

Saint Clair, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wildwood, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Sullivan, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

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

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...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour $19 near mile 62.2

View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.27 one way

$22.54 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$12.38	$24.75
premium	$4.89	$13.87	$27.75
diesel	$5.61	$15.92	$31.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	21.6	$7.57	$3.46
Efficient EV	18	$6.31	$2.88
EV Truck/SUV	28.8	$10.09	$4.61

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (68% 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

Sullivan, MO

Late night in Sullivan on Friday

Local time

12:26 AM

CDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Castle Point, MO

Late night in Castle Point on Friday

Local time

12:26 AM

CDT

Current temp

58°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

3 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 33m 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 Sullivan, MO to Castle Point, MO covers 72.1 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 44, Jennings Station Road, South Skinker Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 36.1 miles from Sullivan, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.27 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.

The route from Sullivan, MO to Castle Point, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Gateway Arch National Park.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Castle Point, MO

National Parks Near This Route

Gateway Arch National Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 33m on the road

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