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

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Saint Joseph and Columbia is 145.6 miles (234.32 km).

Flight distance from Saint Joseph, MO to Columbia, MO is 145.6 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 22 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 20 minutes to travel from Saint Joseph to Columbia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Saint Joseph, Missouri to Columbia, Missouri is: 183.71 miles (295.65 km) by car.

Driving from Saint Joseph to Columbia will take approximately 02 hours 49 minutes.

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#1 Saint Joseph

The most populous city in Buchanan County, Missouri. It is located on the Missouri River in western Missouri. Saint Joseph is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Patee House Museum and the Pony Express National Museum.

Population 74074
GPS Coordinates 39°46'7"N 94°50'48"W
Latitude 39.7686100
Longitude -94.8466300
Altitude 270
Country United States
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#2 Columbia

The most populous city in the state of Missouri. It is located on the Missouri River in central Missouri. Columbia is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Missouri and the Missouri State Historical Society.

Population 124769
GPS Coordinates 38°57'6"N 92°20'3"W
Latitude 38.9517100
Longitude -92.3340700
Altitude 215
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Saint Joseph and Columbia

The distance between Saint Joseph and Columbia is 296 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 17 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Saint Joseph and Columbia. The current time is 18:56:34.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 06 hours 07 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 04 hours 35 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 03 hours 40 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 03 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 37 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 26 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 17 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.54 liters (6.48 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Saint Joseph and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Saint Joseph to Columbia is $20.78 (diesel $28.69).

Missouri gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.21 $3.54 $3.86 $4.43
Total $20.78 $22.92 $25.02 $28.69

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on March 28, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Saint Joseph and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

Driving distance from New York, MO to Saint Joseph 55.11 miles (89 km)

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Driving distance from Blue Springs, MO to Saint Joseph 77.89 miles (125 km)

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Driving distance from Chesterfield, MO to Saint Joseph 286.04 miles (460 km)

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Driving distance from Florissant, MO to Saint Joseph 298.23 miles (480 km)

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Driving distance from Independence, MO to Saint Joseph 66.32 miles (107 km)

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Driving distance from Jefferson City, MO to Saint Joseph 215.34 miles (347 km)

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Driving distance from Joplin, MO to Saint Joseph 212.08 miles (341 km)

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Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Saint Joseph 54.25 miles (87 km)

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