Austin, Minnesota to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.1 miles 460.4 km · straight line
357.6 miles estimated 575.5 km · driving distance
7h 12min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Minnesota from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Austin, Minnesota to Saint Joseph is 286.1 miles (460.4 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located SSW of Austin, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.6 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Minnesota in Minnesota and Saint Joseph in Missouri.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Minnesota and Saint Joseph. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Austin, Minnesota to Saint Joseph

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 12min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 38min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 50min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Minnesota & Saint Joseph

Quick Facts

Austin, Minnesota
43.67°N, 92.97°W
America/Chicago
367m 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 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients