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Trip from Castle Point, MO to Lebanon, MO

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 15m

Distance

168.4 mi

271 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 4m ★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 8m

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

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Downtown Castle Point, MO, MO

Castle Point, MO

Gergely Meszárcsek

city in and county seat of Laclede County, Missouri, United States

Lebanon, MO

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Trip Overview

This 168.4-mile drive from Castle Point, MO, to Lebanon, MO, will take about 3 hours and 15 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day road trip. You'll primarily be on local roads, following routes like the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway, and Jennings Station Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $26, this trip is quite budget-friendly. The journey is characterized by frequent turns, offering a more engaging driving experience than a typical interstate cruise. Since both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travels.

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

84.2 miles from Castle Point, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor 147.9 mi 2h 41m
Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway 3.5 mi 4m
Jennings Station Road 3.3 mi 6m
North 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
Longest stretch: Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor — 147.9 mi, about 2h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Lord Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Lord Drive
2

At end of road, turn right onto Chambers Road

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Chambers Road
3

Turn left onto MO AC

1.6 mi · 2 min · Halls Ferry Road
4

Turn right onto Jennings Station Road

3.3 mi · 6 min · Jennings Station Road
5

Continue on Kienlen Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · Kienlen Avenue
6

Continue on North Skinker Boulevard

2.8 mi · 5 min · North Skinker Boulevard
7

Continue on McCausland Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · McCausland Avenue
8

Turn left onto Arsenal Street

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Arsenal Street
9

Turn right onto Jamieson Avenue

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Jamieson Avenue
10

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 44 West Use the right lane.
11

Merge onto I 44

0.7 mi · 54 sec · Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
12

Continue on I 44

2.7 mi · 3 min · Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
13

Continue on I 44

3.5 mi · 4 min · Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway
14

Continue on I 44; US 50

148 mi · 2 hr 41 min · Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Exit 129 Toward MO 32, MO 5, MO 64: Hartville
16

Turn right onto MO 5; MO 32; MO 64

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Jefferson Avenue
17

Turn right onto East Commercial Street

17 ft · 0 sec · East Commercial Street
18

Arrive at destination

East Commercial Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour, 15-minute duration and 168.4-mile length, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Starting your drive in the morning will give you ample time to reach Lebanon without feeling rushed. You'll want to keep an eye out for the recommended stop, which can be a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refuel. With a fuel cost of approximately $26, it's wise to ensure your tank is sufficiently full before embarking, especially considering the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. This type of route often means you'll pass through smaller towns where services might be less frequent.

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 84.2 miles from Castle Point, MO, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.9 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 37 miles or 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 84.2 miles or 1h 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 2h 41m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Castle Point, 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 Castle Point, MO

This is one driving day of about 168.4 miles and 3h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor for about 147.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Washington, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington, MO

84 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

Byrnes Mill, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Union, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.2 miles from Castle Point, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 147.9 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · first break window

Cafe Ganadara

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

Near the start, short detour

First break · 14min in 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13148027044

Sweet EM's

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

1.6 mi

Russell's on Macklind

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

1.9 mi

Best coffee break · first break window

MountainHouse Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

Near the start, short detour

First break · 14min in 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13147739023

Visit website

Café Dolce

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

2 mi

La Finca Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Louis, Missouri

2.8 mi

Cafe Ganadara

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13148027044

Sweet EM's

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13148759174

Visit website

Russell's on Macklind

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 5–9 pm

+13145539994

Visit website

Slim Chickens

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13149327723

Visit website

Cafe Nova

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13143517443

Visit website

Cafe Manhattan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Clayton, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13148635695

Visit website

Arber Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13148336622

Visit website

Havana's Cuisine Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13143125005

Visit website

MountainHouse Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13147739023

Visit website

Café Dolce

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13142820332

Visit website

La Finca Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+13149258588

Visit website

Well Met Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13142828016

Visit website

Shameless Grounds

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13144491240

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Lebanon, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Sullivan, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15738608880

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Sullivan, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Rolla, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

St Robert, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Rolla, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Sullivan, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Sullivan, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Venice Café

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 4 pm–1 am

+13147725994

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 167.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Chambers Road

At end of road, turn right onto Chambers Road

Navigation decision point

4
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | MO AC / Halls Ferry Road

Turn left onto MO AC / Halls Ferry Road

Navigation decision point

4
11.7 mi into trip | ~22m in | Arsenal Street

Turn left onto Arsenal Street

Navigation decision point

6
12.1 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the ramp toward I 44 West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 44 West
6
167.2 mi into trip | ~3h 13m in

Take the exit toward MO 32, MO 5, MO 64: Hartville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 129 Toward MO 32, MO 5, MO 64: Hartville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.33 one way

$52.65 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $28.91 $57.81
premium $4.89 $32.41 $64.81
diesel $5.61 $37.18 $74.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 50.5 0 $17.68 $8.08
Efficient EV 42.1 0 $14.74 $6.74
EV Truck/SUV 67.4 0 $23.58 $10.78

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (66% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Castle Point, MO

Late night in Castle Point on Tuesday

Local time

5:49 AM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lebanon, MO

Late night in Lebanon on Tuesday

Local time

5:49 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

69°F

Washington, MO

84 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

1 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

3h 15m 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

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...

7 mi from route ~16 min detour $19 near mile 5.8
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 168.4-mile journey, as indicated by the 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 147.9 miles, primarily on the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, so there will be periods of steady travel. However, be prepared for frequent changes in direction and road names, including Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway and Jennings Station Road. This profile suggests a route that weaves through communities rather than bypassing them, offering a more intimate connection with the landscape.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 147.9 mi on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Chambers Road.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Castle Point, MO to Lebanon, MO is easy. At 3h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Chambers Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (MO AC / Halls Ferry Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles (Arsenal Street): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 168.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 147.9 miles on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor. 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: at 0.5 miles (Chambers Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (MO AC / Halls Ferry Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles (Arsenal Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes — Gateway Arch National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Lebanon, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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