Spanning 191.2 miles across Missouri, this trek from Doniphan to Castle Point takes approximately 3 hours and 12 minutes of pure drive time. Because the route is well within the limits of a standard day trip, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of local streets like Walnut Street, US 60 West, and I-55 North to reach your destination. Budget about $29 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Since both the origin and destination are located in the Midwest, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the entire drive.
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
95 miles from Doniphan, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 67
124.1 mi
2h 22m
I 55
20.5 mi
22m
US 160
18.4 mi
27m
Rosa Parks Highway
14 mi
17m
Mark Twain Expressway
2.1 mi
2m
Halls Ferry Road
2.1 mi
3m
Third Street Expressway
2 mi
2m
West Florissant Avenue
1.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 67
— 124.1 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Doniphan, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on Plum Street
169 ft·9 sec·Plum Street
2
Turn right onto MO 142
0.7 mi·1 min·Walnut Street
3
Turn right onto US 160; MO 21
18 mi·27 min·US 160; MO 21
4
Turn left onto US 160
97 ft·1 sec·US 160
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
6
Merge onto US 67
10 mi·11 min·US 67
7
Take the exit onto US 67
113 mi·2 hr 10 min·US 67
Toward US 60 West, US 67 North: Springfield
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67
0.3 mi·27 sec·US 67
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
10
Merge onto I 55
21 mi·22 min·I 55
11
Continue on I 55
14 mi·17 min·Rosa Parks Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44
2.0 mi·2 min·Third Street Expressway
Toward I 44 North
13
Merge onto I 70
1.4 mi·1 min·Andy Gammon Memorial Highway
14
Continue on I 70
2.1 mi·2 min·Mark Twain Expressway
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 245BToward West Florissant AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto West Florissant Avenue
1.9 mi·3 min·West Florissant Avenue
17
Turn right onto MO 367
1.2 mi·1 min·Riverview Boulevard
18
Enter roundabout onto Halls Ferry Road
504 ft·10 sec·Halls Ferry Road
19
Continue on Halls Ferry Road
2.0 mi·3 min·Halls Ferry Road
20
Turn right onto Chambers Road
0.4 mi·38 sec·Chambers Road
21
Turn left onto Lord Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Lord Drive
22
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is straightforward since the 3-hour and 12-minute duration offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Aim to leave during daylight hours to better navigate the turn-heavy local roads, especially if you are unfamiliar with the specific intersections along the way. You only need to account for one planned stop to stay refreshed throughout the 191.2-mile journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early on, as the $29 estimated cost is based on consistent driving conditions. Since this is a local-heavy route, prioritize checking your tire pressure before you head out to ensure a smooth, responsive ride through the turns.
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 95 miles from Doniphan, MO, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.1 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 42 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95 miles or 1h 55m 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 5m
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 Doniphan, 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 Doniphan, MO
This is one driving day of about 190.1 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Doniphan, 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 US 67 for about 124.1 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 187.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|MO 142 / Walnut Street
Turn right onto MO 142 / Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
29.7 mi into trip|~40m in|US 67
Take the exit onto US 67 toward US 60 West, US 67 North: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 60 West, US 67 North: Springfield
5
178.2 mi into trip|~3h 32m in|I 44 / Third Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44 / Third Street Expressway toward I 44 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 44 North
7
183.8 mi into trip|~3h 39m in
Take the exit toward West Florissant Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 245B
Toward West Florissant Avenue
5
187.1 mi into trip|~3h 46m in|Halls Ferry Road
Enter roundabout onto Halls Ferry Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.72 one way
$59.44 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.63
$65.26
premium
$4.89
$36.58
$73.17
diesel
$5.61
$41.97
$83.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.5 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
57
0
$19.96
$9.12
Efficient EV
47.5
0
$16.63
$7.60
EV Truck/SUV
76
0
$26.61
$12.17
Gas CO2
67 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Doniphan, MO
Night
in Doniphan on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Castle Point, MO
Night
in Castle Point on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
19 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 51m 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...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
Free
near mile 131.1
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 rather than a mindless highway cruise. With a 0% highway share, this route relies on local roads rather than high-speed interstates for the majority of the trip. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns shift as you transition from the local streets of Doniphan toward the busier corridors approaching Castle Point. It is a technical drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Prepare for a steady pace as you navigate the turns that define this 191.2-mile connection through the heart of the state.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 124.1 mi on US 67.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 67 and I 55. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 142 / Walnut Street.
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 190.1 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (MO 142 / Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.7 miles (US 67): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 178.2 miles (I 44 / Third Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
934 ft398 ft
Total Climb
706 ft
Total Descent
609 ft
Highest Point
934 ft
~108.6 mi in
Elevation Range
536 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 190.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 124.1 miles on US 67. 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: near the start (MO 142 / Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.7 miles (US 67): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 178.2 miles (I 44 / Third Street 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Castle Point, MO, but most travelers stay overnight.
