The drive from Hallsville, MO to Saint Joseph, MO covers 183.3 miles and takes about 3h 35m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, US 63, US 36 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 103.1 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.66 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.7 miles from Hallsville, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 35m. Total distance: 183.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 3h 35m highway drive covering 183.3 miles, with most of the trip on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and US 63. The longest continuous stretch is about 103.1 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 103.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and US 63. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in near US 63; MO 124.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hallsville, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is easy. At 3h 35m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles (US 63; MO 124): Navigation decision point; at 52.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.4 miles (US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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5.9 mi into trip|~8m in|US 63; MO 124
Turn right onto US 63; MO 124
Navigation decision point
7
52.2 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Saint Joseph
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Saint Joseph
3
52.4 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge onto US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
181.9 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward I 29 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 29 Business
3
183.2 mi into trip|~3h 35m in|I 29 Business / Frederick Avenue
Turn right onto I 29 Business / Frederick Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
103.1 mi
1h 59m
US 63
46.3 mi
52m
US 36
26.5 mi
31m
MO 124
5.9 mi
8m
South 10th Street
1.2 mi
2m
Frederick Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Walter Welsh Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
— 103.1 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallsville, MO and Saint Joseph, MO.
1
Start on MO 124
5.9 mi·8 min·MO 124
2
Turn right onto US 63; MO 124
46 mi·52 min·US 63; MO 124
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi·11 sec
Toward US 36 West, MO 110 West: Saint Joseph
4
Merge onto US 36; MO 110
103 mi·1 hr 59 min·Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
5
Continue on US 36; MO 33
13 mi·15 min·US 36; MO 33
6
Continue on US 36; MO 31
13 mi·15 min·US 36; MO 31
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward I 29 Business
8
Turn slight left onto I 29 Business
1.2 mi·2 min·South 10th Street
9
Turn right onto I 29 Business
379 ft·6 sec·Frederick Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto Walter Welsh Avenue
137 ft·2 sec·Walter Welsh Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Walter Welsh Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 91.7 miles from Hallsville, MO, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 40 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.7 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Joseph, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hallsville, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hallsville, MO
This is one driving day of about 183.3 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Hallsville, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway for about 103.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.7 mi from Hallsville, MO
· 1h 47m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.66 one way
$57.31 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.46
$62.93
premium
$4.89
$35.27
$70.55
diesel
$5.61
$40.47
$80.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Moberly Motors Electric Era EV Fast Charging Station
Moberly, Missouri
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Moberly, Missouri
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Francis Energy Charging Station
Macon, Missouri
Other
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Moberly, Missouri
Blink
1 DCFC
Other: 2
ChargePoint: 1
Blink: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55
0
$19.25
$8.80
Efficient EV
45.8
0
$16.04
$7.33
EV Truck/SUV
73.3
0
$25.66
$11.73
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Hallsville, MO
Late night
in Hallsville on Saturday
Local time
3:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint Joseph, MO
Late night
in Saint Joseph on Saturday
Local time
3:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Mostly Cloudy
NNW 13 to 17 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 12:01AM CDT until April 20 at 6:05AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 11:57PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
72°F
Chillicothe, MO
92 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 35m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hallsville, MO to Saint Joseph, MO covers 183.3 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, US 63, US 36. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91.7 miles from Hallsville, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Hallsville, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is easy. At 3h 35m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles (US 63; MO 124): Navigation decision point; at 52.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.4 miles (US 36; MO 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Hallsville, MO to Saint Joseph, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
