How far is Tarkio, MO from Saint Joseph, MO?
The driving distance from Tarkio, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.2 miles (87.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tarkio and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tarkio and Saint Joseph.
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Start on Main Street
48 m · 12 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
998 ft · 46 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
2617 ft · 52 sec · Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South 10th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South 10th Street
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Turn left
5.8 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto East Main Street
11.8 mi · 17 min · East Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 29 South: Saint Joseph
2074 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight right
34.8 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 229 South: Downtown Saint Joseph
1674 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
8.3 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight left toward Central Business District
1004 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight onto Felix Street
723 ft · 20 sec · Felix Street
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Turn left onto North 4th Street
86 m · 8 sec · North 4th Street
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Turn right onto Francis Street
2053 ft · 50 sec · Francis Street
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Turn left onto North 10th Street
77 m · 7 sec · North 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 Tarkio 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.
I 29 South
Merge slight right
34.8 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Tarkio and Sunny near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tarkio to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Mound City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.2 miles from Tarkio and 32.3 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.2 miles (87.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 4:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.60 one way or $17.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tarkio and Sunny near Saint Joseph.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tarkio and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 54.23 mi (87.28 km).
#1 Tarkio
City in Missouri
| Population | 1,420 |
| Coordinates | 40.4402800, -95.3777600 |
| Altitude | 283 |
| 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: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.60 | $17.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.70 | $19.39 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.09 | $24.19 |
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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