How far is Saint Joseph, MO from Cameron, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Joseph, MO to Cameron, MO is about 35.4 miles (57 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.2 miles (51.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m 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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Halfway Point
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City in DeKalb County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Joseph and Cameron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph and Cameron.
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Start on Walter Welsh Avenue
127 m · 9 sec · Walter Welsh Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Jules Street
3176 ft · 1 min · Jules Street
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Turn right onto North 22nd Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North 22nd Street
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Take the ramp right toward US 36 East: Cameron
1470 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
31.5 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right
39 m · 4 sec
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Turn right
42 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto West Grand Avenue
2534 ft · 1 min · West Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto North Harris Street
1.2 km · 2 min · North Harris Street
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
750 ft · 33 sec · West 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Joseph and Cameron.
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 36 East
Merge slight left
31.5 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Joseph to Cameron?
The road trip is about 35.4 miles (57 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Stewartsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Saint Joseph and 17.8 miles from Cameron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.2 miles (51.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 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 $4.71 one way or $9.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Stewartsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Joseph and Cameron. Straight-line distance: 32.22 mi (51.86 km).
#1 Saint Joseph
The most populous city in Buchanan County, Missouri.
| Population | 74,074 |
| Coordinates | 39.7686100, -94.8466300 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cameron
City in Missouri, USA
| Population | 8,136 |
| Coordinates | 39.7402800, -94.2410600 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cameron (-94.24106, 39.74028)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.71 | $9.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.32 | $10.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.82 | $11.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.63 | $13.26 |
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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