How far is Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO from Columbia, MO?
The driving distance from Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO to Columbia, MO is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.3 miles (184 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellefontaine Neighbors and Columbia.
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Start on the route
48 m · 13 sec
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Turn right onto Bellefontaine Road
2326 ft · 48 sec · Bellefontaine Road
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Turn right onto Saint Cyr Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Saint Cyr Road
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Turn right onto Halls Ferry Road
2 mi · 3 min · Halls Ferry Road
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Keep slight left to continue on New Halls Ferry Road
1.1 km · 1 min · New Halls Ferry Road
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Turn left onto Dunn Road
1913 ft · 53 sec · Dunn Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 270 West
1385 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
8.6 mi · 11 min · Rosemary Straub Davison Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
1492 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on I 70: Saint Louis, Kansas City
2478 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West: Kansas City
2439 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
105.6 mi · 2 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 163: Downtown
747 ft · 16 sec
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Turn left onto North Providence Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Providence Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Providence Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bellefontaine Neighbors and Columbia.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 70 West
Merge slight left
106 mi · 02h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Bellefontaine Neighbors and Sunny near Columbia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bellefontaine Neighbors to Columbia?
The road trip is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km) and usually takes 01h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pendleton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.8 miles from Bellefontaine Neighbors and 62 miles from Columbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.3 miles (184 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.33 one way or $32.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bellefontaine Neighbors and Sunny near Columbia.
Stop Ideas Near Pendleton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Warrenton City Animal Control
Warrenton City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pendleton.
Hermann
Washington
Kirkwood
Jefferson City
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bellefontaine Neighbors and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 114.34 mi (184.02 km).
#1 Bellefontaine Neighbors
City in Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 10,297 |
| Coordinates | 38.7403300, -90.2265000 |
| Altitude | 140 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia
The most populous city in the state of Missouri.
| Population | 124,769 |
| Coordinates | 38.9517100, -92.3340700 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Providence Road (-92.33414, 38.951711)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $16.33 | $32.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.42 | $36.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.15 | $40.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.97 | $45.93 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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