Castle Point, MO to Harrisonville, MO is 250.1 miles and takes about 5h 5m via I 70 and MO 7, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, beginning and ending in Missouri. It's a practical drive that should be manageable in a single day, making it a straightforward option for moving between these two points. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, so expect a fairly direct transit.
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
125.1 miles from Castle Point, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 27m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
203.9 mi
3h 51m
MO 7
13.2 mi
21m
Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
8.6 mi
10m
South Outer Belt Road
7.3 mi
10m
MO VV
4.9 mi
8m
South Bynum Road
3.3 mi
5m
North Broadway Street
2.8 mi
5m
US 50
1.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 203.9 mi, about 3h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Castle Point, MO and Harrisonville, MO.
1
Start on Lord Drive
284 ft·14 sec·Lord Drive
2
Turn right onto Duchess Drive
0.2 mi·53 sec·Duchess Drive
3
Turn right onto Edgefield Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Edgefield Drive
4
Turn left onto Hudson Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Hudson Drive
5
At end of road, turn right onto MO AC
0.3 mi·29 sec·Halls Ferry Road
6
Keep slight left at fork onto MO AC
0.7 mi·1 min·New Halls Ferry Road
7
Turn left onto Dunn Road
0.4 mi·53 sec·Dunn Road
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 270 West
9
Merge onto I 270
8.6 mi·10 min·Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·25 sec
Exit 20AToward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
11
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·42 sec·this road
Exit 20A-BToward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas CityUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·41 sec
Exit 20BToward I 70 West: Kansas CityUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 70
204 mi·3 hr 51 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 28Toward MO F, MO H: Oak Grove, Levasy
15
Keep slight left at fork
167 ft·4 sec
Exit 28Toward MO F, MO H: Oak Grove, Levasy
16
Turn straight onto MO F; MO H
2.8 mi·5 min·North Broadway Street
17
Continue on MO F
7.3 mi·10 min·South Outer Belt Road
18
Turn right onto US 50
1.9 mi·2 min·US 50
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward MO 150 West: Lone Jack
20
Turn left onto MO 150
3.3 mi·5 min·South Bynum Road
21
Turn right onto MO VV
4.4 mi·7 min·MO VV
22
Enter roundabout onto MO VV
89 ft·1 sec·MO VV
23
Continue on MO VV
0.5 mi·53 sec·MO VV
24
Turn left onto MO 7
13 mi·21 min·MO 7
25
Turn right onto South Independence Street
76 ft·1 sec·South Independence Street
26
Arrive at destination
South Independence Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 5m estimated drive time and 250.1-mile distance, leaving Castle Point in the morning should allow you to reach Harrisonville well before evening. The route is primarily highway, so plan for efficient travel. You'll have one recommended stop, and with a fuel cost estimate of $39, it's wise to check your fuel levels before departing, especially since the longest stretch without a major road change is over 200 miles. Keep an eye on signage for MO 7 as you leave I 70 to ensure a smooth transition.
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 125.1 miles from Castle Point, MO, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 203.9 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 55 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.1 miles or 2h 27m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harrisonville, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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.
+
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 250.1 miles and 5h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Castle Point, 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 70 for about 203.9 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 216.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Duchess Drive
Turn right onto Duchess Drive
Navigation decision point
6
11 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 20A
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
8
11.8 mi into trip|~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 West: Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20B
Toward I 70 West: Kansas City
6
216.1 mi into trip|~4h 10m in
Take the exit toward MO F, MO H: Oak Grove, Levasy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 28
Toward MO F, MO H: Oak Grove, Levasy
8
216.3 mi into trip|~4h 11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MO F, MO H: Oak Grove, Levasy
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 28
Toward MO F, MO H: Oak Grove, Levasy
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.10 one way
$78.20 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg88 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$42.93
$85.86
premium
$4.89
$48.13
$96.26
diesel
$5.61
$55.22
$110.44
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75
0
$26.26
$12.00
Efficient EV
62.5
0
$21.88
$10.00
EV Truck/SUV
100
1
$35.01
$16.01
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 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 as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Castle Point, MO
Late night
in Castle Point on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Harrisonville, MO
Late night
in Harrisonville on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Columbia, MO
125 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
6 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
5h 5m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 88% highway, meaning you'll be on interstates and major roads for the vast majority of the 250.1 miles. The longest continuous stretch on a primary highway is 203.9 miles on I 70. Expect to transition to MO 7 and Rosemary Straub Davison Highway as you get closer to your destination, indicating a shift from high-speed interstate cruising to more moderate surface road travel with potentially more local traffic and exits.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 203.9 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and MO 7. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Duchess Drive.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 250.1 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 0.1 miles (Duchess Drive): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Castle Point, MO and Harrisonville, MO, road signs point toward Mo F, Mo H: Oak Grove and Levasy.
Mo F
216.1 mi in|~4h 10m
Mo H: Oak Grove
216.1 mi in|~4h 10m
Levasy
216.1 mi in|~4h 10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 5m. Total distance: 250.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 5m 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 203.9 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 32 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Harrisonville, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 32 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Duchess Drive): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway Arch National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Harrisonville, MO before the return drive.
