Traveling from Castle Point to Perryville covers 91.2 miles across the Missouri Midwest, a journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to complete the drive. The path utilizes a combination of the Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway, the Ozark Expressway, and US 61. It is a straightforward trek that connects these two Missouri locations efficiently, making it a practical option if you are looking to move between these points with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.6 miles from Castle Point, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
57.5 mi
1h 1m
Ozark Expressway
14.1 mi
17m
US 61
5.3 mi
7m
Halls Ferry Road
2.9 mi
4m
North Broadway
2 mi
4m
Third Street Expressway
2 mi
2m
Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway
1.8 mi
2m
Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
— 57.5 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Castle Point, MO and Perryville, 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
2.0 mi·2 min·Halls Ferry Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Halls Ferry Road
466 ft·10 sec·Halls Ferry Road
5
Continue on Halls Ferry Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Halls Ferry Road
6
Turn slight right onto North Broadway
2.0 mi·4 min·North Broadway
7
Turn right onto Carrie Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·Carrie Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·15 sec
Toward I 70 East
9
Merge onto I 70
1.4 mi·1 min·Mark Twain Expressway
10
Continue on I 70
1.5 mi·2 min·Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44
2.0 mi·2 min·Third Street Expressway
Exit 249AToward I 44 West: Tulsa, MemphisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 44; I 55
0.9 mi·1 min·Ozark Expressway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
13 mi·16 min·Ozark Expressway
Exit 290B
14
Continue on I 55
1.8 mi·2 min·Officer Thomas G. Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway
15
Continue on I 55
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 135Toward MO M: Brewer
17
Turn left onto MO M
0.6 mi·1 min·MO M
18
At end of road, turn right onto US 61; MO M
5.3 mi·7 min·US 61; MO M
19
Enter roundabout onto MO B
55 ft·0 sec·North Main Street
20
Continue on MO B
0.5 mi·1 min·North Main Street
21
Turn left onto East Saint Joseph Street
365 ft·18 sec·East Saint Joseph Street
22
Turn right onto South Spring Street
221 ft·9 sec·South Spring Street
23
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 91.2-mile distance in one go, so plan your schedule around your own personal preference rather than forced rest breaks. Because the route is turn-heavy, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you don't miss any transitions between the Ozark Expressway and US 61. Setting aside $14 for fuel will cover your needs, but having a little extra on hand is never a bad idea for unexpected detours. Take advantage of the fact that this is a quick drive by keeping your itinerary light, allowing you to arrive in Perryville refreshed and ready to go.
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 45.6 miles from Castle Point, MO, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.5 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 59m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Perryville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Castle Point, MO
This is one driving day of about 91.2 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Castle Point, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway for about 57.5 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 91.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.8 mi into trip|~5m in|Halls Ferry Road
Enter roundabout onto Halls Ferry Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
9
9.1 mi into trip|~16m in|I 44 / Third Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44 / Third Street Expressway toward I 44 West: Tulsa, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 249A
Toward I 44 West: Tulsa, Memphis
5
12 mi into trip|~20m in|I 55 / Ozark Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 / Ozark Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 290B
5
84.5 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward MO M: Brewer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 135
Toward MO M: Brewer
5
91.2 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|South Spring Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.54 one way
$27.08 round trip
$3.77/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.25
$15.27
$30.54
premium
$4.65
$16.71
$33.42
diesel
$5.30
$19.04
$38.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.4
0
$9.58
$4.38
Efficient EV
22.8
0
$7.98
$3.65
EV Truck/SUV
36.5
0
$12.77
$5.84
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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 15, 2026
Origin
Castle Point, MO
Night
in Castle Point on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Perryville, MO
Night
in Perryville on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Arnold, MO
46 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
2 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
1h 52m 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
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 72.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 25% of this journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads rather than cruising on an interstate. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 57.5 miles on the Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway, which provides the bulk of the speedier portion of the trip. As you transition between these road types, the character of the drive shifts from more open highway travel to the more technical, winding nature of local Missouri roadways. This variety keeps the drive engaging, as you aren't stuck in a monotonous interstate grind for the entire duration.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.5 mi on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near Halls Ferry Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 91.2 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 2.8 miles (Halls Ferry Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.1 miles (I 44 / Third Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12 miles (I 55 / Ozark Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Perryville, MO, road signs point toward Memphis and Mo M: Brewer.
Memphis
9.1 mi in|~16m|via I 44
Mo M: Brewer
84.5 mi in|~1h 41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 91.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.5 miles on Police Officer Steven Jarvis Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Perryville, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (Halls Ferry Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.1 miles (I 44 / Third Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12 miles (I 55 / Ozark 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Perryville, MO before heading back.
