Origin
Kimberling City, MO
Evening in Kimberling City on Wednesday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kimberling City, MO to Saint Joseph, MO
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
4h 30m
Distance
277.2 mi
446 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 17m
★
6 AM
4h 30m
8 AM
4h 57m
10 AM
4h 40m
12 PM
4h 37m
3 PM
4h 41m
5 PM
4h 56m
8 PM
4h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kimberling City, MO
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Saint Joseph, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kimberling City, MO to Saint Joseph, MO covers 277.2 miles and takes about 4h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Marina Way, Kimberling Boulevard, the route for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.34 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
138.6 miles from Kimberling City, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 30m drive with frequent turns across 277.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Marina Way is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kimberling City, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marina Way | — | — |
| Kimberling Boulevard | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
| US 60 West | — | — |
| James River Freeway | — | — |
| MO 13 North | — | — |
| North Kansas Expressway | — | — |
| I 49 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Marina Way
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kimberling City, MO and Saint Joseph, MO.
1
Start on the route
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Marina Way
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Marina Way
3
Turn right onto Kimberling Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Kimberling Boulevard
4
At the end of the road, turn right
10 mi
·
15 min
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
220 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
6
Exit the roundabout
27 mi
·
37 min
7
Turn left onto US 60 West, US 160 West, MO 13 North: Republic
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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US 60 West, US 160 West, MO 13 North: Republic
8
Merge slight left onto James River Freeway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
James River Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward MO 13 North
7.8 mi
·
14 min
·
MO 13 North
10
Continue on North Kansas Expressway
87 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
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North Kansas Expressway
11
Continue straight
36 mi
·
39 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
38 mi
·
45 min
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I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
13
Take the exit slight right toward 11th Street, Downtown
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
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11th Street, Downtown
14
Turn straight onto East 11th Street
427 ft
·
16 sec
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East 11th Street
15
Turn right onto Charlotte Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Charlotte Street
16
Turn left onto East 9th Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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East 9th Street
17
Turn right onto Locust Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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Locust Street
18
Continue straight
3.0 mi
·
5 min
19
Keep slight left to continue on MO 9 North: Riverside, Parkville
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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MO 9 North: Riverside, Parkville
20
Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North: Smithville
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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US 169 North: Smithville
21
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
22
Take the exit slight left toward I 29 North, US 71 North: K.C.I. Airport, Saint Joseph
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 29 North, US 71 North: K.C.I. Airport, Saint Joseph
23
Merge slight right
12 mi
·
13 min
24
Merge slight left
2.7 mi
·
2 min
25
Keep slight left to continue on I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
26 mi
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27 min
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I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
26
Take the exit slight right toward I 229 North: Downtown Saint Joseph
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
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I 229 North: Downtown Saint Joseph
27
Continue straight
5.7 mi
·
6 min
28
Take the exit slight right toward Central Business District
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Central Business District
29
Continue on Edmond Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
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Edmond Street
30
Turn left onto South 10th Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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South 10th Street
31
Turn right onto Frederick Avenue
381 ft
·
6 sec
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Frederick Avenue
32
Turn slight right onto Walter Welsh Avenue
138 ft
·
3 sec
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Walter Welsh Avenue
33
Arrive at your destination
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 138.6 miles from Kimberling City, MO, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
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 61 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.6 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 41m
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 Kimberling City, 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 Kimberling City, MO
This is one driving day of about 277.2 miles and 4h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Kimberling City, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 138.6 mi from Kimberling City, MO · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
139 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 138.6 miles from Kimberling City, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Joseph, MO
The final approach into Saint Joseph, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Saint Joseph, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.34 one way
$86.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
97 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $47.58 | $95.16 |
| premium | $4.89 | $53.34 | $106.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $61.20 | $122.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.2 | 1 | $29.11 | $13.31 |
| Efficient EV | 69.3 | 0 | $24.26 | $11.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 110.9 | 1 | $38.81 | $17.74 |
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Destination
Saint Joseph, MO
Evening in Saint Joseph on Wednesday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Warsaw, MO
139 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
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 30m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Kimberling City, MO to Saint Joseph, MO covers 277.2 miles and takes about 4h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Marina Way, Kimberling Boulevard, the route. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 138.6 miles from Kimberling City, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.34 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kimberling City, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kimberling City, MO to Saint Joseph, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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