Caruthersville, MO to Castle Point, MO is 206.8 miles and takes about 3h 55m via I 55 and Rosa Parks Highway, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest region, entirely within Missouri, making it a straightforward, single-day trip. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, so expect efficient travel. With only one stop recommended and a substantial portion on I 55, it’s a route designed for straightforward transit. Consider this trip if you need to cover ground quickly between these two points without significant detours.
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
103.4 miles from Caruthersville, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
175.7 mi
3h 8m
Rosa Parks Highway
14 mi
17m
West 3rd Street
2.9 mi
5m
Mark Twain Expressway
2.1 mi
2m
Halls Ferry Road
2.1 mi
3m
Third Street Expressway
2 mi
2m
MO 84
2 mi
3m
West Florissant Avenue
1.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 175.7 mi, about 3h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caruthersville, MO and Castle Point, MO.
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Start on this road
45 ft·9 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
2.9 mi·5 min·West 3rd Street
3
Continue on MO 84
2.0 mi·3 min·MO 84
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 55 North, US 61 North: Sikeston
5
Merge onto I 55; US 61
74 mi·1 hr 19 min·I 55; US 61
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
102 mi·1 hr 49 min·I 55
7
Continue on I 55
14 mi·17 min·Rosa Parks Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44
2.0 mi·2 min·Third Street Expressway
Toward I 44 North
9
Merge onto I 70
1.4 mi·1 min·Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
10
Continue on I 70
2.1 mi·2 min·Mark Twain Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 245BToward West Florissant AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto West Florissant Avenue
1.9 mi·3 min·West Florissant Avenue
13
Turn right onto MO 367
1.2 mi·1 min·Riverview Boulevard
14
Enter roundabout onto Halls Ferry Road
504 ft·10 sec·Halls Ferry Road
15
Continue on Halls Ferry Road
2.0 mi·3 min·Halls Ferry Road
16
Turn right onto Chambers Road
0.4 mi·38 sec·Chambers Road
17
Turn left onto Lord Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Lord Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 4 hours, this trip is best suited for a same-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Aiming to leave mid-morning can provide ample daylight for the drive and any brief stops you might need. With only one recommended stop and a long continuous stretch on I 55, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest 175.7-mile section, to ensure you don't need to deviate from the main path unexpectedly.
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 103.4 miles from Caruthersville, MO, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 175.7 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 45 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.4 miles or 1h 55m 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 6m
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 Caruthersville, 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 Caruthersville, MO
This is one driving day of about 206.8 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Caruthersville, 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 I 55 for about 175.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 203.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|West 3rd Street
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
6
5 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North, US 61 North: Sikeston
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, US 61 North: Sikeston
5
195 mi into trip|~3h 36m in|I 44 / Third Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44 / Third Street Expressway toward I 44 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 44 North
7
200.5 mi into trip|~3h 43m in
Take the exit toward West Florissant Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 245B
Toward West Florissant Avenue
5
203.9 mi into trip|~3h 49m in|Halls Ferry Road
Enter roundabout onto Halls Ferry Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.33 one way
$64.66 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$35.50
$71.00
premium
$4.89
$39.80
$79.59
diesel
$5.61
$45.66
$91.32
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62
0
$21.71
$9.93
Efficient EV
51.7
0
$18.10
$8.27
EV Truck/SUV
82.7
1
$28.95
$13.24
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Caruthersville, MO
Late night
in Caruthersville on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Castle Point, MO
Late night
in Castle Point on Sunday
Local time
2:48 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
2 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
3h 55m 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.
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...
Established by 1750, Ste. Geneviève was the first permanent European settlement in Missouri. Early French Canadian settlers were drawn here by the rich agricultural land known as Le Grand Champ (the B...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 135.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 88% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I 55. You'll experience a significant stretch of 175.7 miles on I 55, which means sustained highway speeds and consistent driving conditions for a long period. The journey begins with local roads like West 3rd Street in Caruthersville before quickly merging onto the interstate. After the long interstate segment, you'll transition to Rosa Parks Highway, offering a slightly different, though still highway-oriented, driving experience as you approach Castle Point. Overall, expect a predominantly fast-paced drive on well-maintained roads.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 175.7 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Rosa Parks Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 3rd Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 206.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 195 miles (I 44 / Third Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 55m. Total distance: 206.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 175.7 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 195 miles (I 44 / Third Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Gateway Arch National Park and Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Castle Point, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
