Origin
Cole Camp, MO
Late night in Cole Camp on Tuesday
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3:06 AM
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Current temp
66°F
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Trip from Cole Camp, MO to Castle Point, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 53m
Distance
187.6 mi
302 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 41m
★
6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 20m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cole Camp, MO
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Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Trip Overview
Cole Camp to Castle Point is 187.6 miles and takes about 3h 53m via Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Missouri, traversing the Midwest region from one side to the other. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns and local roads, rather than long stretches of uninterrupted highway. With a recommended one-day drive time, this route is ideal if you're looking for a relatively short journey with a bit more engagement on the road.
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
93.8 miles from Cole Camp, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 84 mi | 1h 38m |
| MO C | 35 mi | 47m |
| C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway | 31.9 mi | 35m |
| East Main Street | 20.2 mi | 27m |
| I 270 | 9 mi | 11m |
| MO 5 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| New Halls Ferry Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Halls Ferry Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 84 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cole Camp, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on South Maple Street
76 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Maple Street
2
Turn right onto MO 52
20 mi
·
27 min
·
East Main Street
3
Keep slight left at fork
160 ft
·
3 sec
4
Keep slight right at fork onto MO 5; MO 52
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
MO 5; MO 52
5
Turn left onto MO C
13 mi
·
17 min
·
MO C
6
Turn right
14 ft
·
0 sec
7
Turn left
99 ft
·
2 sec
8
Turn straight onto MO C
22 mi
·
29 min
·
MO C
9
Turn right onto MO C
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Southwest Boulevard
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 54 East: Fulton
11
Merge onto US 54
32 mi
·
35 min
·
C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
13
Merge onto I 70; US 40
84 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
16
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Exit 232
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the straight lane.
18
Merge onto I 270
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 30
Toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
20
Turn straight onto Pershall Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Pershall Road
21
Turn right onto MO AC
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
New Halls Ferry Road
22
Continue on MO AC
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Halls Ferry Road
23
Turn left onto Hudson Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Hudson Drive
24
Turn right onto Edgefield Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Edgefield Drive
25
Turn left onto Duchess Drive
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Duchess Drive
26
Turn left onto Lord Drive
284 ft
·
12 sec
·
Lord Drive
27
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Trip Plan
Given this is a single-day trip, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed. While the total driving time is under 4 hours, the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests you'll want to stay alert. Plan for a fuel stop before you leave Cole Camp, as the longest stretch without a significant change is 84 miles. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the frequent turns on MO C and the C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway are key to staying on track.
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 93.8 miles from Cole Camp, MO, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84 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 41 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.8 miles or 1h 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 3h 10m
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 Cole Camp, 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 Cole Camp, MO
This is one driving day of about 187.6 miles and 3h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Cole Camp, 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 84 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.8 miles from Cole Camp, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 59 and 185.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the ramp toward US 54 East: Fulton
Navigation decision point
Toward US 54 East: Fulton
8
175.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m in
Take the exit toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
7
175.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
8
176.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
6
185.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 47m in
Take the exit toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferr...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.33 one way
$58.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.20 | $64.40 |
| premium | $4.89 | $36.10 | $72.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.42 | $82.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.3 | 0 | $19.70 | $9.00 |
| Efficient EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.42 | $7.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75 | 0 | $26.26 | $12.01 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Castle Point, MO
Late night in Castle Point on Tuesday
Local time
3:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
6 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 53m 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...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
$19
near mile 187.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, with only 24% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time navigating Missouri's backroads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 84 miles along the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. This means you should be prepared for a dynamic driving experience, with frequent changes in direction and speed as you transition between the main highway and local routes.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 59 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 187.6 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 59 miles: Navigation decision point; at 175.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 175.4 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cole Camp, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
175.2 mi in
|
~3h 35m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 53m. Total distance: 187.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. 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.
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 Castle Point, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 59 miles: Navigation decision point; at 175.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 175.4 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Castle Point, 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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