How far is Saint Joseph, MO from Kahoka, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Joseph, MO to Kahoka, MO is about 208.2 miles (335.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 171.3 miles (275.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 30m 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
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City in Mercer County, Missouri
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Joseph and Kahoka.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph and Kahoka.
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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
33.3 mi · 40 min
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Turn left onto I 35 North: Bethany, Des Moines
1214 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
37.6 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right
1036 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Miller Street
1127 ft · 19 sec · Miller Street
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Continue on East 310th Street
27.5 mi · 41 min · East 310th Street
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Turn left
57.3 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Washington Street
10.8 mi · 16 min · Washington Street
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Continue on East Prime Street
34.9 mi · 52 min · East Prime Street
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto North Johnson Street
8 m · 1 sec · North Johnson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Johnson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Joseph and Kahoka.
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
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57.3 mi · 01h 25m
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 Sunny near Kahoka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Joseph to Kahoka?
The road trip is about 208.2 miles (335.1 km) and usually takes 04h 45m 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?
Princeton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104 miles from Saint Joseph and 104.3 miles from Kahoka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171.3 miles (275.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.9 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 7:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.72 one way or $55.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Joseph and Sunny near Kahoka.
Stop Ideas Near Princeton
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 Princeton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Joseph and Kahoka. Straight-line distance: 171.29 mi (275.67 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 Kahoka
City in Clark County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 2,031 |
| Coordinates | 40.4203200, -91.7196100 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kahoka (-91.71961, 40.42032)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 335 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 35m |
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 | $27.72 | $55.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.26 | $62.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $34.21 | $68.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.98 | $77.97 |
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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