How far is Vandalia, MO from Castle Point, MO?
The driving distance from Vandalia, MO to Castle Point, MO is about 98.5 miles (158.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.7 miles (123.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 21m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.
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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Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vandalia and Castle Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vandalia and Castle Point.
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Start on North Main Street
15 m · 6 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto US 54
16.2 mi · 21 min · US 54
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Take the ramp right toward US 61 South: Saint Louis
1740 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
46.9 mi · 56 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight left toward I 70 East: Saint Louis
2705 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
21.2 mi · 26 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
872 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago
2556 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on I 270 North: Chicago
1270 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago
988 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
9 mi · 11 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 Vandalia and Castle Point.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
46.9 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Vandalia and 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 Vandalia to Castle Point?
The road trip is about 98.5 miles (158.5 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Troy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.7 miles from Vandalia and 49.7 miles from Castle Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.7 miles (123.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 3:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.12 one way or $26.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Vandalia and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Castle Point.
Stop Ideas Near Troy
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 Troy.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vandalia and Castle Point. Straight-line distance: 76.75 mi (123.51 km).
#1 Vandalia
City in Audrain and Ralls Counties, Missouri, USA
| Population | 3,496 |
| Coordinates | 39.3108700, -91.4884900 |
| Altitude | 232 |
| 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: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $13.12 | $26.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.20 | $32.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.46 | $36.92 |
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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