Albuquerque to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

723.2 miles 1163.9 km · straight line
807.5 miles actual route 1299.6 km · driving distance
15h 2min estimated drive time
$78 - $96 estimated fuel cost
~1h 57min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Albuquerque to Saint Joseph is 723.2 miles (1163.9 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located ENE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 807.5 miles, taking about 15h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Saint Joseph in Missouri.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Saint Joseph. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albuquerque to Saint Joseph

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 2min $78 - $96 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 2min $65–$121* Budget
Train ~19h 33min $97–$283* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Saint Joseph

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Saint Joseph
39.77°N, 94.85°W
America/Chicago
270m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 241 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM