Phoenix to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1048.2 miles 1686.9 km · straight line
1223.5 miles actual route 1969 km · driving distance
22h 49min estimated drive time
$118 - $145 estimated fuel cost
~2h 37min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Phoenix to Saint Joseph is 1048.2 miles (1686.9 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located ENE of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1223.5 miles, taking about 22h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 37min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Saint Joseph

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 49min $118 - $145 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 23min $98–$184* Budget
Train ~29h 40min $147–$428* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Saint Joseph

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m 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 349 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 87 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM