How far is Bethany, MO from Columbia, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Bethany and Columbia is 128.09 miles (206.14 km).
Flight distance from Bethany, MO to Columbia, MO is 128.09 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Bethany to Columbia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Bethany, Missouri to Columbia, Missouri is: 172.61 miles (277.78 km) by car.
Driving from Bethany to Columbia will take approximately 03 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Bethany
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°16'6"N 94°1'42"W |
| Latitude | 40.2683300 |
| Longitude | -94.0282900 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia
The most populous city in the state of Missouri. It is located on the Missouri River in central Missouri. Columbia is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Missouri and the Missouri State Historical Society.
| Population | 124769 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°57'6"N 92°20'3"W |
| Latitude | 38.9517100 |
| Longitude | -92.3340700 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Columbia: North Providence Road (-92.33414,38.951711)
Estimated Travel Time Between Bethany and Columbia
The distance between Bethany and Columbia is 278 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 05 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Bethany and Columbia. The current time is 03:28:04.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 18 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 52 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.06 liters (6.09 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bethany and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bethany to Columbia is $19.52 (diesel $26.96).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $19.52 | $21.54 | $23.51 | $26.96 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 29, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bethany and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Bethany 287.9 miles (463 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Bethany 88.86 miles (143 km)
