How far is Gray Summit, MO from Castle Point, MO?
The driving distance from Gray Summit, MO to Castle Point, MO is about 51.8 miles (83.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.9 miles (57.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gray Summit and Castle Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gray Summit and Castle Point.
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Start on the route
2930 ft · 1 min
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Take the exit left toward I 44 East, US 50 East: Pacific
962 ft · 12 sec
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Merge slight left
27.1 mi · 32 min
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Continue on Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
2.7 mi · 3 min · Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
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Continue on Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
1 km · 48 sec · Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Jamieson Avenue
651 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Jamieson Avenue
69 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue
1486 ft · 47 sec · Jamieson Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Arsenal Street
1198 ft · 38 sec · Arsenal Street
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Turn right onto McCausland Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · McCausland Avenue
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Continue on South Skinker Boulevard
2.8 mi · 5 min · South Skinker Boulevard
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Continue on Kienlen Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Kienlen Avenue
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Continue on Jennings Station Road
3.3 mi · 7 min · Jennings Station Road
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Turn left onto Halls Ferry Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Halls Ferry Road
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Turn right onto Chambers Road
2011 ft · 39 sec · Chambers Road
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Turn left onto Lord Drive
2556 ft · 2 min · 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 Gray Summit and Castle Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 44 East
Merge slight left
27.1 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gray Summit and Partly Sunny then Chance 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 Gray Summit to Castle Point?
The road trip is about 51.8 miles (83.4 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Valley Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.8 miles from Gray Summit and 30 miles from Castle Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.9 miles (57.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gray Summit and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Castle Point.
Stop Ideas Near Valley Park
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 Valley Park.
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Washington
Alton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gray Summit and Castle Point. Straight-line distance: 35.86 mi (57.71 km).
#1 Gray Summit
Census designated place
| Population | 2,701 |
| Coordinates | 38.4897800, -90.8168000 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| 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: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.78 | $15.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.52 | $17.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.71 | $19.41 |
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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