How far is Mountain View, MO from Castle Point, MO?
The driving distance from Mountain View, MO to Castle Point, MO is about 199.3 miles (320.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.4 miles (234 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 22m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mountain View and Castle Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mountain View and Castle Point.
-
1
Start on the route
25 m · 8 sec
-
2
Turn right onto North Pine Street
2276 ft · 2 min · North Pine Street
-
3
Turn left
27 mi · 31 min
-
4
Take the exit slight right toward US 63 North, US 60 Business: Houston, Rolla
65.8 mi · 1 hr 23 min
-
5
Continue on North Bishop Avenue
87 m · 5 sec · North Bishop Avenue
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on North Bishop Avenue
56 m · 3 sec · North Bishop Avenue
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on Tim Bradley Way
1336 ft · 33 sec · Tim Bradley Way
-
8
Take the ramp right toward I 44 East: Saint Louis
564 ft · 14 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
94.8 mi · 1 hr 45 min
-
10
Continue on Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
2.7 mi · 3 min · Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway
-
11
Continue on Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
1 km · 48 sec · Officer Michael Barwick Memorial Highway
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward Jamieson Avenue
651 ft · 14 sec
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on Jamieson Avenue
69 m · 7 sec
-
14
Turn left onto Jamieson Avenue
1486 ft · 47 sec · Jamieson Avenue
-
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Arsenal Street
1198 ft · 38 sec · Arsenal Street
-
16
Turn right onto McCausland Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · McCausland Avenue
-
17
Continue on South Skinker Boulevard
2.8 mi · 5 min · South Skinker Boulevard
-
18
Continue on Kienlen Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Kienlen Avenue
-
19
Continue on Jennings Station Road
3.3 mi · 7 min · Jennings Station Road
-
20
Turn left onto Halls Ferry Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Halls Ferry Road
-
21
Turn right onto Chambers Road
2011 ft · 39 sec · Chambers Road
-
22
Turn left onto Lord Drive
2556 ft · 2 min · Lord Drive
-
23
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lord Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mountain View 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
94.8 mi · 01h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny leaving Mountain View and Mostly Sunny near Castle Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mountain View to Castle Point?
The road trip is about 199.3 miles (320.8 km) and usually takes 03h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Saint James is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.2 miles from Mountain View and 97.2 miles from Castle Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.4 miles (234 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.51 one way or $53.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Mountain View and Mostly Sunny near Castle Point.
Stop Ideas Near Saint James
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 Saint James.
Jefferson City
Hermann
Washington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mountain View and Castle Point. Straight-line distance: 145.38 mi (233.96 km).
#1 Mountain View
City in Howell County, Missouri, USA
| Population | 2,655 |
| Coordinates | 36.9953300, -91.7037600 |
| Altitude | 348 |
| 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: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $26.51 | $53.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.90 | $59.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.72 | $65.44 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.29 | $74.57 |
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 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.