Hays to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.2 miles 397.8 km · straight line
309 miles estimated 497.3 km · driving distance
6h 13min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
74° ENE bearing direction

How far is Hays from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Hays to Saint Joseph is 247.2 miles (397.8 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located ENE of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309 miles, taking about 6h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hays 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 Hays to Saint Joseph

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 13min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 28min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 54min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hays & Saint Joseph

Quick Facts

Hays
38.88°N, 99.33°W
America/Chicago
616m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients