How far is Saint Joseph, MO from Mound City, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Joseph, MO to Mound City, MO is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.3 miles (52 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 24m 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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Human settlement in Andrew County, Missouri, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Joseph and Mound City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph and Mound City.
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Start on Walter Welsh Avenue
127 m · 9 sec · Walter Welsh Avenue
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Turn right onto North 12th Street
91 m · 10 sec · North 12th Street
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Turn right onto Francis Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Francis Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 229 North, US 59 North
1241 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
8.1 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 29 North: Council Bluffs
1468 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight right
27.1 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 118: Mound City
1040 ft · 20 sec
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Turn right
903 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto State Street
1294 ft · 49 sec · State Street
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Turn left
30 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Joseph and Mound City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 29 North
Merge slight right
27.1 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Saint Joseph and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mound City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Joseph to Mound City?
The road trip is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km) and usually takes 00h 42m 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?
Fillmore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.6 miles from Saint Joseph and 18.6 miles from Mound City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.3 miles (52 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.94 one way or $9.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Saint Joseph and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mound City.
Stop Ideas Near Fillmore
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Joseph and Mound City. Straight-line distance: 32.3 mi (51.98 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 Mound City
City in Missouri
| Population | 1,039 |
| Coordinates | 40.1311100, -95.2316400 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mound City (-95.23164, 40.13111)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.94 | $9.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.10 | $12.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.95 | $13.90 |
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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