How far is Cameron, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?
The driving distance from Cameron, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.2 miles (51.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in DeKalb County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cameron and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cameron and Saint Joseph.
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Start on West 2nd Street
12 m · 4 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Pine Street
758 ft · 35 sec · North Pine Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
1489 ft · 48 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Walnut Street
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Take the ramp left toward US 36 West: Saint Joseph
967 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
33 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 Business
708 ft · 18 sec
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Turn slight left onto South 10th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South 10th Street
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Turn right onto Frederick Avenue
116 m · 6 sec · Frederick Avenue
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Turn slight right 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 Cameron and Saint Joseph.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 36 West
Merge slight left
33 mi · 00h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cameron to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km) and usually takes 00h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stewartsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18 miles from Cameron and 17.1 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.2 miles (51.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.68 one way or $9.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Stewartsville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cameron and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 32.22 mi (51.86 km).
#1 Cameron
City in Missouri, USA
| Population | 8,136 |
| Coordinates | 39.7402800, -94.2410600 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| 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: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.68 | $9.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.27 | $10.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.58 | $13.15 |
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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