Origin
Warrenton, MO
Late night in Warrenton on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warrenton, 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 10m
Distance
51.9 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warrenton, MO
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Castle Point, MO
Gergely Meszárcsek
Trip Overview
Spanning 51.9 miles, this straightforward drive from Warrenton to Castle Point takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete. Because the trip is short and efficient, it works perfectly as a quick day trip rather than requiring an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-70, I-270, and MO-47 to navigate through this portion of the Midwest. Budgeting about $8 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, making it an affordable excursion. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this route offers a practical connection between these two Missouri locations without the need for extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 38.5 mi | 49m |
| I 270 | 9 mi | 11m |
| MO 47 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 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:
I 70
— 38.5 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warrenton, MO and Castle Point, MO.
1
Start on MO M
24 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Booneslick Road
2
Turn right onto MO 47
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MO 47
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis, Wright City
4
Merge onto I 70; US 40
39 mi
·
49 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Exit 232
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
Use the straight lane.
9
Merge onto I 270
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 30
Toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
11
Turn straight onto Pershall Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Pershall Road
12
Turn right onto MO AC
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
New Halls Ferry Road
13
Continue on MO AC
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Halls Ferry Road
14
Turn left onto Hudson Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Hudson Drive
15
Turn right onto Edgefield Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Edgefield Drive
16
Turn left onto Duchess Drive
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Duchess Drive
17
Turn left onto Lord Drive
284 ft
·
12 sec
·
Lord Drive
18
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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.9 miles from Warrenton, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 49.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis, Wright City
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis, Wrig...
8
39.5 mi into trip
|
~51m 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
39.6 mi into trip
|
~51m 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
40.4 mi into trip
|
~52m 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
49.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m 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
$8.11 one way
$16.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.99 | $19.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.46 | $22.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
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
Late night in Castle Point on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 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
21 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 10m 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 trip is a highway-focused drive, with 93% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 38.5 miles while cruising along I-70, which defines the bulk of your time behind the wheel. Expect a consistent, fast-paced interstate experience rather than a winding backroad journey. As you transition from the local MO-47 connection onto the interstates, the personality of the road shifts from regional access to high-speed transit. It is a functional, no-nonsense route that prioritizes efficiency and speed over technical driving challenges.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.5 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 270. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
845 ft
459 ft
Total Climb
254 ft
Total Descent
604 ft
Highest Point
845 ft
~2.2 mi in
Elevation Range
385 ft
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 Warrenton, MO to Castle Point, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
39.5 mi in
|
~51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 51.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.5 miles on I 70. 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 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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