How far is Saint Joseph, MO from Elsberry, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Joseph, MO to Elsberry, MO is about 252.1 miles (405.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 220.8 miles (355.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Joseph and Elsberry.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph and Elsberry.
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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
187.8 mi · 3 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Veterans Road
1167 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Veterans Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Veterans Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 422
85 m · 7 sec · County Road 422
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Continue on Paris Gravel Road
2539 ft · 1 min · Paris Gravel Road
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Take the ramp right
37 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
48.2 mi · 56 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight left toward MO B: Elsberry
43 m · 5 sec
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Turn left
10.6 mi · 15 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
21 m · 2 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Joseph and Elsberry.
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
188 mi · 03h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Saint Joseph and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elsberry.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Joseph to Elsberry?
The road trip is about 252.1 miles (405.7 km) and usually takes 04h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bevier is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.8 miles from Saint Joseph and 126.3 miles from Elsberry.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 220.8 miles (355.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.52 one way or $67.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Joseph and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elsberry.
Stop Ideas Near Bevier
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 Bevier.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Joseph and Elsberry. Straight-line distance: 220.79 mi (355.33 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 Elsberry
City in Lincoln County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 2,098 |
| Coordinates | 39.1667200, -90.7809600 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elsberry (-90.78096, 39.16672)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 406 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 08m |
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 | $33.52 | $67.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.81 | $75.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.37 | $82.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.15 | $94.31 |
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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