How far is Cole Camp, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?
The driving distance from Cole Camp, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 164.2 miles (264.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.3 miles (203.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cole Camp and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cole Camp and Saint Joseph.
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Start on South Maple Street
23 m · 9 sec · South Maple Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 52
3 mi · 4 min · State Highway 52
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Take the ramp right toward US 65 North, MO 52 Wesy: Sedalia
6.3 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
10.6 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
68 mi · 1 hr 21 min · West Broadway Boulevard
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Continue on Blue Parkway
7.7 mi · 12 min · Blue Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 435 North
2282 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
11.4 mi · 13 min
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Continue on I435 N
1.3 mi · 1 min · I435 N
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Continue straight
20.9 mi · 22 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
26 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 229 North: Downtown Saint Joseph
2673 ft · 54 sec
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Continue straight
5.7 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Central Business District
1382 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on Edmond Street
2408 ft · 58 sec · Edmond Street
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Turn left onto South 10th Street
841 ft · 21 sec · 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 Cole Camp 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.
West Broadway Boulevard
Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
68 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cole Camp and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cole Camp to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 164.2 miles (264.2 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Lake Lotawana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.9 miles from Cole Camp and 82.3 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.3 miles (203.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.83 one way or $43.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cole Camp and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Lotawana
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Indepence Maintenance Dept
Independence City Hall
Grandview DMV
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Lotawana.
Lee's Summit
Independence
Union Station
Warrensburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cole Camp and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 126.26 mi (203.19 km).
#1 Cole Camp
City in Benton County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,148 |
| Coordinates | 38.4600200, -93.2027000 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| 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: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $21.83 | $43.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.62 | $49.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.95 | $53.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.71 | $61.42 |
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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