How far is Milan, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?
The driving distance from Milan, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 110 miles (177 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.9 miles (154.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Milan and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milan and Saint Joseph.
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Start on East 3rd Street
2796 ft · 1 min · East 3rd Street
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Turn left
4.7 mi · 7 min
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Turn right
26.9 mi · 40 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
30.9 mi · 40 min · Main Street
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Turn straight
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Take the ramp left
918 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
6.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 36, I 35 Business: Cameron, Hamilton
1135 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right
33.9 mi · 40 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 Milan and Saint Joseph.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
33.9 mi · 00h 40m
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 Milan to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 110 miles (177 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Gallatin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.9 miles from Milan and 55.1 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.9 miles (154.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.63 one way or $29.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Milan and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Gallatin
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 Gallatin.
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Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Milan and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 95.93 mi (154.38 km).
#1 Milan
City in Missouri, USA
| Population | 1,764 |
| Coordinates | 40.2022400, -93.1252100 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| 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: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.63 | $29.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.50 | $33.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.58 | $41.16 |
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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