How far is Hallsville, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?
The driving distance from Hallsville, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 183.3 miles (295 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.1 miles (236.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m 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 Linn County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hallsville and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallsville and Saint Joseph.
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Start on the route
5.9 mi · 9 min
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Turn right
46.3 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit left toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Saint Joseph
875 ft · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
103.1 mi · 2 hr · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
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Continue straight
13.4 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
13.1 mi · 16 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 Hallsville 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.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
103 mi · 02h 00m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Hallsville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hallsville to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 183.3 miles (295 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Laclede is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.5 miles from Hallsville and 91.8 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.1 miles (236.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.2 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 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.40 one way or $48.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Hallsville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Laclede
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 Laclede.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hallsville and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 147.16 mi (236.83 km).
#1 Hallsville
City in Boone County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,652 |
| Coordinates | 39.1169900, -92.2207400 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| 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: 295 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.40 | $48.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.52 | $55.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.11 | $60.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.32 | $68.63 |
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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