Philadelphia to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Philadelphia from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Philadelphia to Saint Joseph is 1041.8 miles (1676.6 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located W of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1142.4 miles, taking about 21h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 36min. Both are located in United States — Philadelphia in Pennsylvania 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. 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. 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 Philadelphia 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.