How far is Columbia, MO from Goodman, MO?
The driving distance from Columbia, MO to Goodman, MO is about 256.1 miles (412.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 189.8 miles (305.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 44m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 52m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Goodman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Goodman.
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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
52.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit right toward MO 5 South, MO 7 South: Lebanon
1203 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
24 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto North Jefferson Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · North Jefferson Avenue
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Take the exit right toward I 44 West: Springfield
731 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
116.6 mi · 2 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 South, US 71 South, MO 249 North: Neosho, Fort Smith
1447 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 49 South, US 71 South: Neosho, Fort Smith
22.8 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO C, MO B: Goodman
1475 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left
2918 ft · 47 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
871 ft · 24 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Splitlog Avenue
2807 ft · 1 min · Splitlog Avenue
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Turn left onto South School Street
594 ft · 16 sec · South School Street
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Turn slight right onto Main Street
1820 ft · 51 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto North Ozark Trail
972 ft · 43 sec · North Ozark Trail
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Turn slight right onto Barnes Street
111 m · 16 sec · Barnes Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Wade Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Goodman.
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 44 West
Merge slight left
117 mi · 02h 06m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Columbia and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Goodman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Goodman?
The road trip is about 256.1 miles (412.1 km) and usually takes 04h 52m 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?
Conway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 128 miles from Columbia and 128.1 miles from Goodman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 189.8 miles (305.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 66.3 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 7:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.05 one way or $68.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Columbia and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Goodman.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Goodman. Straight-line distance: 189.75 mi (305.37 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 Goodman
City in McDonald County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,258 |
| Coordinates | 36.7417400, -94.3991100 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: Goodman (-94.39911, 36.74174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 412 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 11m |
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 | $34.05 | $68.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.40 | $76.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $42.03 | $84.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.90 | $95.79 |
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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