Origin
Cameron, MO
Late night in Cameron on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cameron, MO to Saint Joseph, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
36 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cameron, MO
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Saint Joseph, MO
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Trip Overview
Cameron, MO to Saint Joseph, MO is 36 miles and takes about 45m via US 36, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip keeps you within the Midwest region, specifically traveling across Missouri. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on a highway, making it an easy addition to a longer journey or a quick trip on its own. Given its brevity, you won't need an overnight stay, and the low fuel cost makes it an economical choice.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 36 | 33 mi | 39m |
| South 10th Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Walnut Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West 4th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Pine Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Frederick Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Walter Welsh Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 36
— 33 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cameron, MO and Saint Joseph, MO.
1
Start on West 2nd Street
41 ft
·
3 sec
·
West 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto North Pine Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Pine Street
3
Turn right onto West 4th Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West 4th Street
4
Turn left onto I 35 Business; US 69
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Walnut Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward US 36 West: Saint Joseph
6
Merge onto US 36
33 mi
·
39 min
·
US 36
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 29 Business
8
Turn slight left onto I 29 Business
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South 10th Street
9
Turn right onto I 29 Business
379 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frederick Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto Walter Welsh Avenue
137 ft
·
2 sec
·
Walter Welsh Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Walter Welsh Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Cameron, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Pine Street
Turn right onto North Pine Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West 4th Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 35 Business; US 69 / North Walnut Street
Turn left onto I 35 Business; US 69 / North Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward US 36 West: Saint Joseph
Navigation decision point
Toward US 36 West: Saint Joseph
4
34.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward I 29 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 29 Business
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.63 one way
$11.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Saint Joseph, MO
Late night in Saint Joseph on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely highway-focused, with 92% of the drive on major roads. You'll spend most of your time on US 36, including a continuous stretch of 33 miles. The character of the drive is consistent, offering a predictable and efficient journey. Expect a smooth ride with minimal interruptions, as the majority of the route is on well-maintained highways.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33 mi on US 36.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 36 and South 10th Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Pine Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (I 35 Business; US 69 / North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 36 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33 miles on US 36. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (I 35 Business; US 69 / North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Saint Joseph, MO before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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