How far is Des Peres, MO from Castle Point, MO?
The driving distance from Des Peres, MO to Castle Point, MO is about 23 miles (37 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 55m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Peres and Castle Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Peres and Castle Point.
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Start on Manchester Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Manchester Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 270 North
1028 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
19.6 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road
1556 ft · 38 sec
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Turn straight onto Pershall Road
1677 ft · 48 sec · Pershall Road
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Turn right onto New Halls Ferry Road
3172 ft · 58 sec · New Halls Ferry Road
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Continue on Halls Ferry Road
1766 ft · 35 sec · Halls Ferry Road
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Turn left onto Hudson Drive
1352 ft · 1 min · Hudson Drive
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Turn right onto Edgefield Drive
1370 ft · 1 min · Edgefield Drive
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Turn left onto Duchess Drive
1166 ft · 57 sec · Duchess Drive
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Turn left onto Lord Drive
87 m · 13 sec · Lord Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lord Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Peres and Castle Point.
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.
I 270 North
Merge slight left
19.6 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Des Peres and Sunny near Castle Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Peres to Castle Point?
The road trip is about 23 miles (37 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Bridgeton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.5 miles from Des Peres and 11.5 miles from Castle Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 7:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.05 one way or $6.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Des Peres and Sunny near Castle Point.
Stop Ideas Near Bridgeton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Peres and Castle Point. Straight-line distance: 14.74 mi (23.72 km).
#1 Des Peres
City in Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 8,724 |
| Coordinates | 38.6008900, -90.4329000 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Castle Point
A census-designated place in Jefferson County, Missouri.
| Population | 90,070 |
| Coordinates | 38.7581100, -90.2481700 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: Count Drive (-90.248701, 38.758102)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.05 | $6.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.44 | $6.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.77 | $7.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.30 | $8.59 |
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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