Origin
Richmond, MO
Late night in Richmond on Thursday
Local time
12:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richmond, MO to Saint Joseph, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
80.6 mi
130 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richmond, MO
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Saint Joseph, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Richmond, MO to Saint Joseph, MO covers 80.6 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Saint Louis Avenue, Sycamore Street, Kearney Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.60 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
40.3 miles from Richmond, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 26m drive with frequent turns across 80.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Saint Louis Avenue 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Richmond, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Richmond, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis Avenue | — | — |
| Sycamore Street | — | — |
| Kearney Road | — | — |
| West Jesse James Road | — | — |
| MO 291 | — | — |
| Northeast Cookingham Drive | — | — |
| I 29 North | — | — |
| I 229 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Saint Louis Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond, MO and Saint Joseph, MO.
1
Start on West Main Street
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
West Main Street
2
Continue straight
12 mi
·
18 min
3
Continue on Saint Louis Avenue
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
Saint Louis Avenue
4
Turn right onto Sycamore Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Sycamore Street
5
Turn slight left onto Kearney Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kearney Road
6
Continue on West Jesse James Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Jesse James Road
7
Continue straight
11 mi
·
13 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward MO 291: Liberty, K.C.I. Airport
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
MO 291: Liberty, K.C.I. Airport
9
Turn right onto Northeast Cookingham Drive
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Northeast Cookingham Drive
10
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
11
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
14 min
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
26 mi
·
27 min
·
I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 229 North: Downtown Saint Joseph
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
I 229 North: Downtown Saint Joseph
14
Continue straight
5.7 mi
·
6 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward Central Business District
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Central Business District
16
Continue on Edmond Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Edmond Street
17
Turn left onto South 10th Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
South 10th Street
18
Turn right onto Frederick Avenue
381 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frederick Avenue
19
Turn slight right onto Walter Welsh Avenue
138 ft
·
3 sec
·
Walter Welsh Avenue
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.3 miles from Richmond, MO, or about 43m 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 18 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.3 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Joseph, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Richmond, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Richmond, MO
This is one driving day of about 80.6 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Richmond, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.3 mi from Richmond, MO · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.3 miles from Richmond, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.60 one way
$25.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.84 | $27.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.51 | $31.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.80 | $35.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.05 | $3.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.28 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Saint Joseph, MO
Late night in Saint Joseph on Thursday
Local time
12:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
1h 26m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Richmond, MO to Saint Joseph, MO covers 80.6 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Saint Louis Avenue, Sycamore Street, Kearney Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.3 miles from Richmond, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Richmond, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Richmond, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Richmond, MO to Saint Joseph, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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