How far is Columbia, MO from Fair Grove, MO?
The driving distance from Columbia, MO to Fair Grove, MO is about 145.8 miles (234.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.1 miles (188.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 01m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Miller County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Fair Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Fair Grove.
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Start on North Providence Road
1.6 km · 2 min · North Providence Road
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Turn left onto East Stadium Boulevard
2.2 mi · 4 min · East Stadium Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
1033 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
25.5 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 54 West, US 63 South: Jefferson City
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
69.6 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Turn left
20 mi · 30 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Ash Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Ash Street
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Continue on N Ash Street
19.2 mi · 24 min · N Ash Street
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Take the exit slight right
1351 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Old Mill Road
2706 ft · 1 min · Old Mill Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Old Mill Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Fair Grove.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 54 West
Continue straight
69.6 mi · 01h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Columbia and Clear near Fair Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Fair Grove?
The road trip is about 145.8 miles (234.7 km) and usually takes 03h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lake Ozark is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.9 miles from Columbia and 72.9 miles from Fair Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.1 miles (188.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.42 one way or $38.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbia and Clear near Fair Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Ozark
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Ozark.
Jefferson City
Sedalia
Warrensburg
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Fair Grove. Straight-line distance: 117.07 mi (188.4 km).
#1 Columbia
The most populous city in the state of Missouri.
| Population | 124,769 |
| Coordinates | 38.9517100, -92.3340700 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fair Grove
City in Greene County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,540 |
| Coordinates | 37.3839300, -93.1513000 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fair Grove (-93.1513, 37.38393)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 235 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.42 | $38.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.90 | $43.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.97 | $47.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.32 | $54.63 |
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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