How far is Albany, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?
The driving distance from Albany, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 55.9 miles (90 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.9 miles (69.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Missouri
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Saint Joseph.
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Start on East Jackson Street
59 m · 14 sec · East Jackson Street
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Turn left onto North Hundley Street
17 m · 3 sec · North Hundley Street
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Turn right onto West Jackson Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Jackson Street
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Continue straight
11.9 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto East Main Street
16.7 mi · 25 min · East Main Street
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Turn right
22.5 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto North Belt Highway
157 m · 11 sec · North Belt Highway
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Turn right onto Lovers Lane
1834 ft · 57 sec · Lovers Lane
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Turn left onto Ashland Avenue
1.5 mi · 4 min · Ashland Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Frederick Avenue
941 ft · 29 sec · Frederick Avenue
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Continue on Frederick Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Frederick Avenue
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Turn sharp left onto Walter Welsh Avenue
42 m · 3 sec · Walter Welsh Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walter Welsh Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Saint Joseph.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
22.5 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Patchy Drizzle leaving Albany and Mostly Cloudy near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 55.9 miles (90 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
King City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.8 miles from Albany and 28.2 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.9 miles (69.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:12 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.43 one way or $14.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Drizzle around Albany and Mostly Cloudy near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near King City
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 King City.
Union Station
Independence
Creston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 42.94 mi (69.11 km).
#1 Albany
Albany is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.2486100, -94.3310700 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Joseph
The most populous city in Buchanan County, Missouri.
| Population | 74,074 |
| Coordinates | 39.7686100, -94.8466300 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walter Welsh Avenue (-94.846632, 39.768853)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.43 | $14.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
| Premium | $4.51 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
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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