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Trip from Sainte Genevieve, MO to Joplin, MO

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 4m

Distance

310 mi

499 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

29 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 51m ★
6 AM
6h 4m
8 AM
6h 30m
10 AM
6h 13m
12 PM
6h 10m
3 PM
6h 14m
5 PM
6h 28m
8 PM
5h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Sainte Genevieve, MO, MO

Sainte Genevieve, MO

Jermaine Lewis

city in southern Jasper County and northern Newton County, Missouri, USA

Joplin, MO

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Trip Overview

The drive from Sainte Genevieve, MO to Joplin, MO covers 310 miles and takes about 6h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 44, I 55, MO 30 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 222.8 miles on I 44. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.70 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

155 miles from Sainte Genevieve, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 44 222.8 mi 4h
I 55 29.8 mi 31m
MO 30 27 mi 38m
MO M 11.7 mi 17m
I 44 Business 8.5 mi 17m
US 61 7.3 mi 10m
Market Street 1 mi 2m
US Historic 66 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 44 — 222.8 mi, about 4h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sainte Genevieve, MO and Joplin, MO.

1

Start on Jefferson Street

435 ft · 24 sec · Jefferson Street
2

Turn left onto North Main Street

405 ft · 12 sec · North Main Street
3

Turn right onto Merchant Street

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Merchant Street
4

Turn left onto 3rd Street

347 ft · 18 sec · 3rd Street
5

Turn right onto Market Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · Market Street
6

Turn right onto US 61

7.3 mi · 10 min · US 61
7

Continue on MO O

0.2 mi · 24 sec · MO O
8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 55 North: Bloomsdale
9

Merge onto I 55

30 mi · 31 min · I 55
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Exit 185 Toward MO M: Antonia, Barnhart Use the left lane.
11

At end of road, turn left onto MO M

12 mi · 17 min · MO M
12

Turn left onto MO 30

27 mi · 38 min · MO 30
13

Continue on US Historic 66; MO 30

0.2 mi · 29 sec · West Gravois Avenue
14

Turn right onto US Historic 66; MO 30

0.2 mi · 34 sec · US Historic 66; MO 30
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 44 West: Rolla
16

Merge onto I 44

223 mi · 4 hr · I 44
17

Take the exit onto I 44 Business; MO 66

8.5 mi · 17 min · I 44 Business; MO 66
Exit 15 Toward I 44 Business, MO 66: Duenweg, Joplin Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Turn right onto US Historic 66; MO 43

156 ft · 7 sec · South Main Street
19

Turn right

60 ft · 6 sec
20

Turn right

83 ft · 6 sec
21

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 155 miles from Sainte Genevieve, MO, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 222.8 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 68 miles or 1h 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 155 miles or 3h 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Joplin, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Sainte Genevieve, 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 Sainte Genevieve, MO

This is one driving day of about 310 miles and 6h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Sainte Genevieve, 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 I 44 for about 222.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Byrnes Mill, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Byrnes Mill, MO

155 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.

Popular next leg

Byrnes Mill, MO to Joplin, MO

261 mi · 5h 2m

Pacing Suggestions

Chesterfield, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waynesville, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 155 miles from Sainte Genevieve, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 222.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 301.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Main Street

Turn left onto North Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
8.8 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the ramp toward I 55 North: Bloomsdale

Navigation decision point

Toward I 55 North: Bloomsdale
8
38.8 mi into trip | ~47m in

Take the exit toward MO M: Antonia, Barnhart

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Exit 185 Toward MO M: Antonia, Barnhart
7
78.3 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the exit toward I 44 West: Rolla

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 44 West: Rolla
8
301.3 mi into trip | ~5h 46m in | I 44 Business; MO 66

Take the exit onto I 44 Business; MO 66 toward I 44 Business, MO 66: Duenweg, Joplin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 15 Toward I 44 Business, MO 66: Duenweg, Joplin

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.70 one way

$95.40 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 107 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $52.37 $104.74
premium $4.89 $58.71 $117.43
diesel $5.61 $67.36 $134.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 106.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

29 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Buc-ee's - Tesla Supercharger

Springfield, MO

Tesla

16 DCFC

Festus, MO Rechargery @ Schnucks - W Gannon Dr

Festus, MO

IONNA

10 DCFC

Macadoodles Fine Wine & Spirits - Tesla Supercharger

Springfield, MO

Tesla

10 DCFC

Bandana's Bar-B-Q - Tesla Supercharger

Rolla, MO

Tesla

8 DCFC

Casey's - Tesla Supercharger

St. Robert, MO

Tesla

8 DCFC

Kum & Go #0702 - Tesla Supercharger

Joplin, MO

Tesla

8 DCFC

Laura Ford of Sullivan, LLC - DCFC

Sullivan, MO

Blink Network

6 DCFC

GM - Sapaugh Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac

Herculaneum, MO

EV Connect

4 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 9 Tesla: 5 eVgo Network: 4 EV Connect: 3 Electrify America: 3 Blink Network: 3 IONNA: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 93 1 $32.55 $14.88
Efficient EV 77.5 0 $27.13 $12.40
EV Truck/SUV 124 1 $43.40 $19.84

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Sainte Genevieve, MO

Afternoon in Sainte Genevieve on Saturday

Local time

2:01 PM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Partly Sunny

NW 12 to 15 mph 7% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:08AM CDT until April 19 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:06AM CDT until April 20 at 5:51AM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO

Destination

Joplin, MO

Afternoon in Joplin on Saturday

Local time

2:01 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

1 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

6h 4m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park

Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Established by 1750, Ste. Geneviève was the first permanent European settlement in Missouri. Early French Canadian settlers were drawn here by the rich agricultural land known as Le Grand Champ (the B...

0 mi from route Free
View on nps.gov
George Washington Carver National Monument

George Washington Carver National Monument

National Monument

The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 299.3
View on nps.gov
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 245.8
View on nps.gov
Gateway Arch National Park

Gateway Arch National Park

National Park

Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...

23 mi from route ~59 min detour $19 near mile 42.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 6h 4m highway drive covering 310 miles, with most of the trip on I 44 and I 55. The longest continuous stretch is about 222.8 miles on I 44.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 222.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and I 55. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Main Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 4m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 17 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Sainte Genevieve, MO and Joplin, MO, road signs point toward Mo M: Antonia and Barnhart.

Mo M: Antonia

38.8 mi in | ~47m

Barnhart

38.8 mi in | ~47m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 4m. Total distance: 310 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Sainte Genevieve, MO to Joplin, MO covers 310 miles and takes about 6h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 44, I 55, MO 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 155 miles from Sainte Genevieve, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

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.

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 4m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 17 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Between Sainte Genevieve, MO and Joplin, MO, road signs point toward Mo M: Antonia and Barnhart.

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.

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