This 72.1-mile drive from Sullivan to Castle Point, Missouri, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes. Primarily following I-44, Jennings Station Road, and South Skinker Boulevard, the route is heavily highway-focused, accounting for 76% of the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this is a budget-friendly excursion within the Midwest region. The relatively short distance and straightforward path make it ideal for a quick getaway or a convenient transfer between locations without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.1 miles from Sullivan, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 44
54.6 mi
1h 1m
Jennings Station Road
3.3 mi
6m
South 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
Kienlen Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
West Springfield Road
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sullivan, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on this road
55 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto West Washington Street
115 ft·3 sec·West Washington Street
3
Enter roundabout onto West Vine Street
176 ft·6 sec·West Vine Street
4
Continue on West Vine Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·West Vine Street
5
Turn left onto South Church Street
0.4 mi·56 sec·South Church Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto US Historic 66
0.8 mi·1 min·West Springfield Road
7
Turn left onto MO 185
0.2 mi·23 sec·MO 185
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 44 East: Saint Louis
9
Merge onto I 44
55 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 44
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 44
2.7 mi·3 min·Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
11
Continue on I 44
0.6 mi·47 sec·Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi·13 sec
Exit 284Toward Jamieson AvenueUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
227 ft·6 sec
Toward Jamieson Avenue
14
Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue
0.3 mi·46 sec·Jamieson Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
At end of road, turn left onto Arsenal Street
0.2 mi·37 sec·Arsenal Street
16
Turn right onto McCausland Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·McCausland Avenue
17
Continue on South Skinker Boulevard
2.8 mi·5 min·South Skinker Boulevard
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Kienlen Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Kienlen Avenue
19
Continue on Jennings Station Road
3.3 mi·6 min·Jennings Station Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Turn left onto Halls Ferry Road
1.6 mi·2 min·Halls Ferry Road
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto Chambers Road
0.4 mi·38 sec·Chambers Road
22
Turn left onto Lord Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Lord Drive
23
Arrive at destination
Lord Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 33-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility with this 72.1-mile route. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak commuter traffic on roads like South Skinker Boulevard. With no designated stops, you can easily pull over as needed for breaks, especially during the longest 54.6-mile stretch on I-44. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, with an estimated cost of $11 for the trip, and plan your refueling before you set out if starting from a more remote location.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.1 miles from Sullivan, MO, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.1 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 12m
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 Sullivan, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sullivan, MO
This is one driving day of about 72.1 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Sullivan, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 44 for about 54.6 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 59.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Washington Street
Turn right onto West Washington Street
Navigation decision point
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Vine Street
Enter roundabout onto West Vine Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|US Historic 66 / West Springfield Road
At end of road, turn right onto US Historic 66 / West Springfield Road
Navigation decision point
7
59.7 mi into trip|~1h 9m 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
59.8 mi into trip|~1h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Jamieson Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Jamieson Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.27 one way
$22.54 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$12.38
$24.75
premium
$4.89
$13.87
$27.75
diesel
$5.61
$15.92
$31.84
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.6
0
$7.57
$3.46
Efficient EV
18
0
$6.31
$2.88
EV Truck/SUV
28.8
0
$10.09
$4.61
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Sullivan, MO
Late night
in Sullivan on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Castle Point, MO
Late night
in Castle Point on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 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
19 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 33m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-centric experience for the majority of this 72.1-mile journey. With 76% of the drive on major roadways, including a substantial 54.6-mile stretch on I-44, you'll find consistent speeds and efficient travel. As you transition off the interstate, Jennings Station Road and South Skinker Boulevard will offer a slight change of pace, though the overall profile remains highway-focused. This route is designed for getting from point A to point B effectively, rather than for extensive scenic exploration.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.6 mi on I 44.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and Jennings Station Road. 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 West Washington 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 72.1 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 (West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Vine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles (US Historic 66 / West Springfield Road): Navigation decision point.
St. Louis Area is the region around St. Louis, Missouri. It borders St. Louis Metro East (Illinois) along the Mississippi River. Within Missouri, it borders Southeast Missouri, Central Missouri, and Northeast Missouri.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 72.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.6 miles on I 44. 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: near the start (West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Vine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles (US Historic 66 / West Springfield Road): Navigation decision point.
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.
