How far is Saint Joseph, MO from Lathrop, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Joseph, MO to Lathrop, MO is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.4 miles (50.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph and Lathrop.
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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
10.3 mi · 13 min
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Turn right onto MO 31
1.2 mi · 2 min · MO 31
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Continue on North Bucklin Drive
1.6 km · 1 min · North Bucklin Drive
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Continue on MO 31
4 mi · 6 min · MO 31
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Turn left
8.9 mi · 12 min
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Turn left
13.3 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto Center Street
1 km · 1 min · Center Street
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Turn right onto Oak Street
84 m · 12 sec · Oak Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Joseph and Lathrop.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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13.3 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
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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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Saint Joseph and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lathrop.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Joseph to Lathrop?
The road trip is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Gower is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Saint Joseph and 20.9 miles from Lathrop.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.4 miles (50.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.58 one way or $11.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Saint Joseph and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lathrop.
Stop Ideas Near Gower
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 Gower.
Union Station
Independence
Lee's Summit
Lawrence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Joseph and Lathrop. Straight-line distance: 31.42 mi (50.56 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 Lathrop
City in Clinton County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 2,019 |
| Coordinates | 39.5483400, -94.3299500 |
| Altitude | 324 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lathrop (-94.32995, 39.54834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.29 | $12.59 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
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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