How far is Maryville, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?
The driving distance from Maryville, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40 miles (64.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m 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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City in Andrew County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maryville and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryville and Saint Joseph.
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Start on East 1st Street
41 m · 10 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Continue on US 71 (MO)
30.1 mi · 34 min · US 71 (MO)
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Continue on I 229 South: Saint Joseph
8.5 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight left toward Central Business District
1004 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight onto Felix Street
723 ft · 20 sec · Felix Street
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Turn left onto North 4th Street
86 m · 8 sec · North 4th Street
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Turn right onto Francis Street
2053 ft · 50 sec · Francis Street
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Turn left onto North 10th Street
77 m · 7 sec · North 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 Maryville 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 71 (MO)
Continue on US 71 (MO)
30.1 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Maryville 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 Maryville to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km) and usually takes 00h 44m 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?
Rosendale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Maryville and 20.9 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40 miles (64.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.9 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 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.58 one way or $11.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Maryville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Rosendale
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maryville and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 39.92 mi (64.25 km).
#1 Maryville
City in Nodaway County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 11,530 |
| Coordinates | 40.3461000, -94.8724700 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| 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: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.29 | $12.59 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
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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