How far is Raymore, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?

The driving distance from Raymore, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 86.1 miles (138.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 70 miles (112.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
86.05 mi
01h 24m
Flight
70.03 mi
112.71 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
70.03 mi
Kilometers
112.71 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
86.05 mi
Kilometers
138.48 km
Drive Time
01h 24m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Saint Joseph
Tue, May 5, 11:08 AM CDT
Return by in Raymore
Tue, May 5, 12:33 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Raymore
2026-05-05T09:43
Arrive Saint Joseph
Tue, May 5, 11:08 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:25 AM to 11:25 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:40 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Raymore
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Ferrelview
MO

Human settlement in Platte County, Missouri, United States of America

From Raymore
39.1 mi
00h 42m
To Saint Joseph
46.9 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
61°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 to 15 mph NNE
Destination
59°F
Tuesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 14 mph NNE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Raymore and Saint Joseph.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Raymore and Saint Joseph.

  1. 1

    Start on East Olive Street

    27 m · 6 sec · East Olive Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto South Washington Street

    776 ft · 39 sec · South Washington Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto West Walnut Street

    1409 ft · 28 sec · West Walnut Street

  4. 4

    Continue on North Madison Street

    2.5 mi · 5 min · North Madison Street

  5. 5

    Continue on East 171st Street

    1560 ft · 35 sec · East 171st Street

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right

    1346 ft · 33 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    20.6 mi · 27 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward 11th Street, Downtown

    1637 ft · 26 sec

  9. 9

    Turn straight onto East 11th Street

    130 m · 16 sec · East 11th Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Charlotte Street

    888 ft · 23 sec · Charlotte Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto East 9th Street

    977 ft · 23 sec · East 9th Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Locust Street

    691 ft · 18 sec · Locust Street

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    3 mi · 6 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on MO 9 North: Riverside, Parkville

    1.4 km · 2 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North: Smithville

    1540 ft · 24 sec

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight left toward I 29 North, US 71 North: K.C.I. Airport, Saint Joseph

    2441 ft · 60 sec

  18. 18

    Merge slight right

    11.5 mi · 13 min

  19. 19

    Merge slight left

    2.7 mi · 3 min

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph

    26 mi · 28 min

  21. 21

    Take the exit slight right toward I 229 North: Downtown Saint Joseph

    2673 ft · 54 sec

  22. 22

    Continue straight

    5.7 mi · 7 min

  23. 23

    Take the exit slight right toward Central Business District

    1382 ft · 34 sec

  24. 24

    Continue on Edmond Street

    2408 ft · 58 sec · Edmond Street

  25. 25

    Turn left onto South 10th Street

    841 ft · 21 sec · South 10th Street

  26. 26

    Turn right onto Frederick Avenue

    116 m · 6 sec · Frederick Avenue

  27. 27

    Turn slight right onto Walter Welsh Avenue

    42 m · 3 sec · Walter Welsh Avenue

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Walter Welsh Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Raymore and Saint Joseph.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
28 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
3 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
32.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 29 North
40.7 mi · 47%
East 171st Street
21.1 mi · 25%
I 229 North
6.2 mi · 7%
Locust Street
3.17 mi · 4%
North Madison Street
2.54 mi · 3%
US 169 North
1.53 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 29 North

Keep slight left to continue on I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph

26 mi · 00h 28m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.1 mi
70 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ferrelview
00h 42m from Raymore
Leave By
3:40 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Raymore and Rain Showers Likely near Saint Joseph.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Raymore to Saint Joseph?

The road trip is about 86.1 miles (138.5 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?

Ferrelview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.1 miles from Raymore and 46.9 miles from Saint Joseph.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 70 miles (112.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 3:40 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.46 one way or $22.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Raymore and Rain Showers Likely near Saint Joseph.

Stop Ideas Near Ferrelview

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Ferrelview and the surrounding midpoint area.
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Scenic stop 14.3 mi away

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Kansas City , MO
1616 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Rating 4.8/5 1,825 reviews Tourist attraction,National museum
Parkville City Hall
Meeting point 5.1 mi away

Parkville City Hall

Parkville , MO
8880 Clark Ave, Parkville, MO 64152
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City Hall,City government office
Kansas City Power & Light District
Nearby stop 13.5 mi away

Kansas City Power & Light District

Kansas City , MO
50 E 13th St Ste 200, Kansas City, MO 64106
Rating 4.4/5 8,154 reviews Concert hall,Business center
Overlook at Quality Hill
Scenic stop 13 mi away

Overlook at Quality Hill

Kansas City , MO
1031 Summit St, Kansas City, MO 64105
Rating 4.7/5 19 reviews Park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ferrelview.

RAIL

Union Station

26 mi away
30 West Pershing Rd.
RAIL

Independence

32 mi away
600 South Grand Ave.
RAIL

Lee's Summit

51 mi away
217 SW Main St.
RAIL

Lawrence

62 mi away
413 East 7th Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Raymore and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 70.03 mi (112.71 km).

Raymore

#1 Raymore

City in Cass County, Missouri, United States

Population22,532
Coordinates38.8019500, -94.4527300
Altitude334
CountryUnited States
Saint Joseph

#2 Saint Joseph

The most populous city in Buchanan County, Missouri.

Population74,074
Coordinates39.7686100, -94.8466300
Altitude270
CountryUnited States
Start: East Olive Street (-94.452729, 38.801966)
End: Walter Welsh Avenue (-94.846632, 39.768853)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 138 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 52m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 13m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.04 gal
11.49 L · about $11.46
Round trip
$22.93
6.08 gal · 22.98 L
Estimated CO2
27 kg one way
Round trip: 54 kg / 119 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $11.46 $22.93
Mid-grade $4.25 $12.93 $25.86
Premium $4.65 $14.15 $28.30
Diesel $5.30 $16.12 $32.25

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Missouri · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Raymore and Saint Joseph. The current time is 09:43:24.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.