Origin
Dixon, MO
Night in Dixon on Saturday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dixon, MO to Castle Point, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
135.7 mi
218 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dixon, MO
Mikhail Nilov
Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 135.7-mile journey from Dixon, MO, to Castle Point, MO, a drive that will take approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. This route is primarily highway-focused, with 81% of it utilizing interstates, making it a convenient option for a single-day trip. You can expect the fuel cost to be around $21, so plan accordingly. Given its manageable length and the dominant presence of I-44, this drive is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The regions remain within the Midwest, offering a consistent Midwestern driving experience throughout.
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
67.8 miles from Dixon, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 44 | 107.9 mi | 1h 59m |
| MO D | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| Jennings Station Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| South Skinker Boulevard | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| MO 28 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Halls Ferry Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| McCausland Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 107.9 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dixon, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on MO 28
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
MO 28
2
Turn left onto MO D
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
MO D
3
Turn left onto US Historic 66; MO D; CR 7570
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
US Historic 66; MO D; CR 7570
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 44 East: Rolla
5
Merge onto I 44
108 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
·
I 44
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 44
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
7
Continue on I 44
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 284
Toward Jamieson Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
227 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Jamieson Avenue
10
Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Jamieson Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
At end of road, turn left onto Arsenal Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Arsenal Street
12
Turn right onto McCausland Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
McCausland Avenue
13
Continue on South Skinker Boulevard
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Skinker Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Kienlen Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Kienlen Avenue
15
Continue on Jennings Station Road
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Jennings Station Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn left onto Halls Ferry Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Halls Ferry Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Chambers Road
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Chambers Road
18
Turn left onto Lord Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lord Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 44-minute drive, leaving mid-morning is often a good strategy, allowing you to avoid peak commuter times and providing ample daylight. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 107.9 miles on I-44, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without feeling rushed. The estimated fuel cost is $21, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Dixon. Keep an eye out for the transition points from I-44 to MO D and Jennings Station Road, as this is where the driving character changes.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.8 miles from Dixon, MO, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.9 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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.8 miles or 1h 18m 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 6m
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 Dixon, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Dixon, MO
This is one driving day of about 135.7 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Dixon, 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 44 for about 107.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.8 miles from Dixon, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.9 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 11.8 and 123.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
11.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward I 44 East: Rolla
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 44 East: Rolla
5
12 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 44
Merge onto I 44
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
123.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward Jamieson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 284
Toward Jamieson Avenue
6
123.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Jamieson Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Jamieson Avenue
5
123.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
Jamieson Avenue
Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.22 one way
$42.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.29 | $46.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.11 | $52.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.96 | $59.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.51 |
| Efficient EV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.87 | $5.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.3 | 0 | $19.00 | $8.68 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Castle Point, MO
Night in Castle Point on Saturday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Washington, MO
68 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 44m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a predominantly highway-focused experience, with a substantial 81% of the route on interstates. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 107.9 miles on I-44, allowing for sustained cruising. The journey begins on I-44 and then transitions to MO D and Jennings Station Road, introducing some local road elements after the long highway segment. Expect a generally efficient pace for most of the drive, punctuated by the shift to secondary roads closer to Castle Point.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107.9 mi on I 44.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and MO D. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 135.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 11.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 12 miles (I 44): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 135.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 107.9 miles on I 44. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 11.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 12 miles (I 44): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Castle Point, MO before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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