Castle Point to Willard is 227.1 miles and takes about 4h 21m via Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor and US 160, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you through the Midwest region of Missouri, mostly on surface roads, offering a straightforward path between two points. With a recommended one-day drive, it's a manageable route for most drivers looking for a direct connection. Consider this if you prefer less highway time and a more grounded travel experience.
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
113.5 miles from Castle Point, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
201.4 mi
3h 39m
US 160
5.4 mi
7m
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
Longest stretch:
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
— 201.4 mi, about 3h 39m
Traffic on I-44
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 44 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,437 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,103
Quietest
2 AM
~188 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Castle Point, MO and Willard, MO.
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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 WestUse 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
201 mi·3 hr 39 min·Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 75Toward US 160: West Bypass, Willard
16
Turn right onto US 160
3.5 mi·4 min·US 160
17
Enter roundabout onto US 160
133 ft·5 sec·US 160
18
Continue on US 160
1.3 mi·1 min·US 160
19
Enter roundabout onto US 160
135 ft·4 sec·US 160
20
Continue on US 160
0.6 mi·54 sec·US 160
21
Enter roundabout onto US 160 Business
49 ft·1 sec·East Jackson Street
22
Continue on US 160 Business
0.7 mi·1 min·East Jackson Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 160 Business
Trip Plan
Starting your drive from Castle Point in the morning will give you ample daylight to reach Willard, as the total travel time is just over 4 hours. Since this is a single-day route, you can afford to be flexible with your departure time. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 201.4 miles on the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, so plan for a stop before or around that point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the longer surface road sections, and budget around $36 for gas.
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 113.5 miles from Castle Point, MO, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201.4 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 50 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.5 miles or 2h 15m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Willard, 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 227.1 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 201.4 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 220.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
220.7 mi into trip|~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 160: West Bypass, Willard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 75
Toward US 160: West Bypass, Willard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.47 one way
$70.94 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.33
$38.71
$77.43
premium
$4.69
$41.92
$83.83
diesel
$5.99
$53.58
$107.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.1
0
$23.85
$10.90
Efficient EV
56.8
0
$19.87
$9.08
EV Truck/SUV
90.8
1
$31.79
$14.53
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% 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 Oct 16, 2026
Origin
Castle Point, MO
Morning
in Castle Point on Saturday
Local time
7:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
NW 18 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 1:51AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
Destination
Willard, MO
Morning
in Willard on Saturday
Local time
7:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Slight Chance Drizzle then Chance Rain Showers
NW 17 to 22 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 1:51AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
52°F
Cuba, MO
114 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
4h 21m 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...
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 219.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily on surface roads, with only about 20% on highways. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch on the Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor for 201.4 miles. Expect a more rural cruising feel as you navigate through Missouri. The transition from highway to surface roads will likely be noticeable as you progress toward Willard.
Only 2% 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: 201.4 mi on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Chambers Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 21m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 201.4 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 and Wilson's Creek National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Willard, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
