Origin
Elsberry, MO
Morning in Elsberry on Tuesday
Local time
9:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elsberry, 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
1h 11m
Distance
52.7 mi
85 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elsberry, MO
Lena Khrupina
Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Trip Overview
Elsberry, MO to Castle Point, MO is 52.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 11 minutes via North Main Street and I-70, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Missouri. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll find this route offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for those looking for a relatively quick transit. Consider this drive if you need to cover a moderate distance without a significant time commitment or complex navigation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | 28.3 mi | 37m |
| I 70 | 11.9 mi | 14m |
| I 270 | 9 mi | 11m |
| New Halls Ferry Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Halls Ferry Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pershall Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Edgefield Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Hudson Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— 28.3 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elsberry, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on MO 79
28 mi
·
37 min
·
North Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 70 East
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 70
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
6
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Exit 232
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 270
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 30
Toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
10
Turn straight onto Pershall Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Pershall Road
11
Turn right onto MO AC
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
New Halls Ferry Road
12
Continue on MO AC
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Halls Ferry Road
13
Turn left onto Hudson Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Hudson Drive
14
Turn right onto Edgefield Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Edgefield Drive
15
Turn left onto Duchess Drive
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Duchess Drive
16
Turn left onto Lord Drive
284 ft
·
12 sec
·
Lord Drive
17
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.4 miles from Elsberry, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 28.3 and 50.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
28.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 70 East
8
40.3 mi into trip
|
~52m 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
40.5 mi into trip
|
~53m 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
41.2 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
50.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m 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
$8.24 one way
$16.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.05 | $18.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.14 | $20.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.64 | $23.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Morning in Castle Point on Tuesday
Local time
9:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 11m 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 route presents a mixed drive, with 39% of it on the highway. You'll experience a 28.3-mile stretch on North Main Street, which will likely feel different from the interstate portions. The transition between local roads and interstate travel is a key characteristic, offering a varied driving experience. Expect to navigate both faster highway speeds and potentially slower local road conditions.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.3 mi on North Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 28.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.7 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 28.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 40.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 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 Elsberry, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
40.3 mi in
|
~52m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 52.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.3 miles on North Main Street. 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 Castle Point, 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 28.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 40.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 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.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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