How far is Elsberry, MO from Castle Point, MO?

The driving distance from Elsberry, MO to Castle Point, MO is about 53.6 miles (86.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 40.2 miles (64.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
53.66 mi
01h 01m
Flight
40.2 mi
64.7 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
40.2 mi
Kilometers
64.7 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
53.66 mi
Kilometers
86.35 km
Drive Time
01h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Castle Point
Fri, Apr 24, 7:14 AM CDT
Return by in Elsberry
Fri, Apr 24, 8:15 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Elsberry
2026-04-24T06:13
Arrive Castle Point
Fri, Apr 24, 7:14 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:01 AM to 11:01 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:28 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Elsberry
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
O'Fallon
MO

The most populous city in St.

From Elsberry
26.3 mi
00h 30m
To Castle Point
27.3 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
Friday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SW
Destination
75°F
Friday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Elsberry and Castle Point.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Elsberry and Castle Point.

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    28.3 mi · 38 min · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 East

    1294 ft · 19 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    11.9 mi · 15 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis

    872 ft · 12 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago

    2556 ft · 36 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on I 270 North: Chicago

    1270 ft · 18 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago

    988 ft · 14 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    9 mi · 11 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward AC: New Halls Ferry Road, Old Halls Ferry Road

    1556 ft · 38 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Pershall Road

    1677 ft · 48 sec · Pershall Road

  11. 11

    Turn right onto New Halls Ferry Road

    3172 ft · 58 sec · New Halls Ferry Road

  12. 12

    Continue on Halls Ferry Road

    1766 ft · 35 sec · Halls Ferry Road

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Hudson Drive

    1352 ft · 1 min · Hudson Drive

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Edgefield Drive

    1370 ft · 1 min · Edgefield Drive

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Duchess Drive

    1166 ft · 57 sec · Duchess Drive

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Lord Drive

    87 m · 13 sec · Lord Drive

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lord Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Elsberry and Castle Point.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
17 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Main Street
28.3 mi · 53%
I 70 East
12.1 mi · 23%
I 270 North
9.88 mi · 18%
New Halls Ferry Road
0.6 mi · 1%
Halls Ferry Road
0.33 mi · 1%
Pershall Road
0.32 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

North Main Street

Start on North Main Street

28.3 mi · 00h 38m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.4 mi
40.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
O'Fallon
00h 30m from Elsberry
Leave By
4:28 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Elsberry and Showers And Thunderstorms near Castle Point.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Elsberry to Castle Point?

The road trip is about 53.6 miles (86.3 km) and usually takes 01h 01m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

O'Fallon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from Elsberry and 27.3 miles from Castle Point.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 40.2 miles (64.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.13 one way or $14.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Elsberry and Showers And Thunderstorms near Castle Point.

Stop Ideas Near O'Fallon

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around O'Fallon and the surrounding midpoint area.
City Hall Park
Scenic stop 6.3 mi away

City Hall Park

Dardenne Prairie , MO
Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368
Rating 4.8/5 294 reviews Tourist attraction,Park
City of O'Fallon
Meeting point 2.2 mi away

City of O'Fallon

O'Fallon , MO
100 N Main St, O'Fallon, MO 63366
Rating 3.3/5 22 reviews City Hall,Water utility company
Swingley Ridge @ Chesterfield City Hall SB
Nearby stop 12.4 mi away

Swingley Ridge @ Chesterfield City Hall SB

Chesterfield , MO
Chesterfield, MO 63017
Bus stop

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to O'Fallon.

RAIL

Kirkwood

36 mi away
110 West Argonne Dr.
RAIL

Washington

39 mi away
301 West Front St.
RAIL

Gateway Transportation Center

48 mi away
551 South 16th St.
RAIL

Alton

50 mi away
3400 College Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Elsberry and Castle Point. Straight-line distance: 40.2 mi (64.7 km).

Elsberry

#1 Elsberry

City in Lincoln County, Missouri, United States

Population2,098
Coordinates39.1667200, -90.7809600
Altitude136
CountryUnited States
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#2 Castle Point

A census-designated place in Jefferson County, Missouri.

Population90,070
Coordinates38.7581100, -90.2481700
Altitude152
CountryUnited States
Start: State Highway 79 (-90.781059, 39.166679)
End: Count Drive (-90.248701, 38.758102)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 86 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.89 gal
7.17 L · about $7.13
Round trip
$14.25
3.78 gal · 14.34 L
Estimated CO2
16.8 kg one way
Round trip: 33.6 kg / 74 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $7.13 $14.25
Mid-grade $4.25 $8.04 $16.08
Premium $4.65 $8.80 $17.59
Diesel $5.30 $10.02 $20.05

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Missouri · Apr 24, 2026

There is no time difference between Elsberry and Castle Point. The current time is 06:13:22.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.