How far is Cape Girardeau, MO from Sainte Genevieve County, MO?
The driving distance from Cape Girardeau, MO to Sainte Genevieve County, MO is about 64.6 miles (104 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55 miles (88.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 40m 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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City in Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cape Girardeau and Sainte Genevieve County.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Girardeau and Sainte Genevieve County.
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Start on Broadway Street
2 mi · 4 min · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto North Kingshighway
3.6 mi · 6 min · North Kingshighway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 North: Saint Louis
1606 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
50 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 32, MO B, MO A: Sainte Genevieve, Farmington
1490 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
6.9 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto River Aux Vases Church Road
1152 ft · 51 sec · River Aux Vases Church Road
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Turn left onto River Aux Vases Church Road
1.1 km · 3 min · River Aux Vases Church Road
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Turn left
3020 ft · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cape Girardeau and Sainte Genevieve County.
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 55 North
Merge slight left
50 mi · 00h 54m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cape Girardeau to Sainte Genevieve County?
The road trip is about 64.6 miles (104 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?
Perryville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.3 miles from Cape Girardeau and 32.3 miles from Sainte Genevieve County.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55 miles (88.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 3:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.06 one way or $18.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Perryville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cape Girardeau and Sainte Genevieve County. Straight-line distance: 54.99 mi (88.5 km).
#1 Cape Girardeau
The second-largest city in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri.
| Population | 41,588 |
| Coordinates | 37.3058800, -89.5181500 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sainte Genevieve County
County in Missouri, United States
| Population | 17,919 |
| Coordinates | 37.8944000, -90.1944200 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sainte Genevieve County (-90.19442, 37.8944)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $3.98 | $9.06 | $18.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $9.90 | $19.79 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $13.65 | $27.31 |
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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