How far is Arab, MO from Castor, MO?
The driving distance from Arab, MO to Castor, MO is about 10.1 miles (16.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 20m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Stoddard County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arab and Castor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arab and Castor.
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Start on the route
6.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto County Road 640
1.7 mi · 7 min · County Road 640
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 640
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arab and Castor.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
6.85 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Arab and Sunny near Castor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arab to Castor?
The road trip is about 10.1 miles (16.2 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Advance is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5 miles from Arab and 5 miles from Castor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.36 one way or $2.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Arab and Sunny near Castor.
Stop Ideas Near Advance
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Advance.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arab and Castor. Straight-line distance: 5.7 mi (9.17 km).
#1 Arab
Arab is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.0936600, -90.0767700 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Castor
Unincorporated community in Missouri
| Population | 4,951 |
| Coordinates | 37.0675500, -89.9787100 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road 640 (-89.978708, 37.069257)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.36 | $2.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.53 | $3.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.68 | $3.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.91 | $3.82 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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