Edwardsville to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

269.9 miles 434.3 km · straight line
337.3 miles estimated 542.9 km · driving distance
6h 47min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
286° WNW bearing direction

How far is Edwardsville from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Edwardsville to Saint Joseph is 269.9 miles (434.3 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located WNW of Edwardsville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 337.3 miles, taking about 6h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Edwardsville in Illinois 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 Edwardsville 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 Edwardsville to Saint Joseph

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 47min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 8min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 27min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edwardsville & Saint Joseph

Quick Facts

Edwardsville
38.81°N, 89.95°W
America/Chicago
165m 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 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients