How far is Stover, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?
The driving distance from Stover, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 172 miles (276.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.3 miles (217.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stover and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stover and Saint Joseph.
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Start on North Oak Street
738 ft · 38 sec · North Oak Street
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
13.3 mi · 19 min · West 4th Street
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Continue on State Highway 52
3 mi · 4 min · State Highway 52
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Take the ramp right toward US 65 North, MO 52 Wesy: Sedalia
6.3 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
10.6 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
68 mi · 1 hr 21 min · West Broadway Boulevard
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Continue on Blue Parkway
7.7 mi · 12 min · Blue Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 435 North
2282 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
11.4 mi · 13 min
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Continue on I435 N
1.3 mi · 1 min · I435 N
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Continue straight
20.9 mi · 22 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
26 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 229 North: Downtown Saint Joseph
2673 ft · 54 sec
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Continue straight
5.7 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Central Business District
1382 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on Edmond Street
2408 ft · 58 sec · Edmond Street
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Turn left onto South 10th Street
841 ft · 21 sec · South 10th Street
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Turn right onto Frederick Avenue
116 m · 6 sec · Frederick Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Walter Welsh Avenue
42 m · 3 sec · Walter Welsh Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walter Welsh Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stover and Saint Joseph.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West Broadway Boulevard
Turn left onto West Broadway Boulevard
68 mi · 01h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Stover and Rain Showers Likely near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stover to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 172 miles (276.8 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Lone Jack is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.1 miles from Stover and 83.9 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.3 miles (217.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.7 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.89 one way or $45.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Stover and Rain Showers Likely near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Lone Jack
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 Lone Jack.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stover and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 135.29 mi (217.73 km).
#1 Stover
City in Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,096 |
| Coordinates | 38.4408600, -92.9918700 |
| Altitude | 328 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Joseph
The most populous city in Buchanan County, Missouri.
| Population | 74,074 |
| Coordinates | 39.7686100, -94.8466300 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walter Welsh Avenue (-94.846632, 39.768853)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $22.89 | $45.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.82 | $51.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.25 | $56.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.20 | $64.39 |
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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