How far is Columbia, MO from Mount Vernon, MO?
The driving distance from Columbia, MO to Mount Vernon, MO is about 197.7 miles (318.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 151.1 miles (243.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 37m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 48m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Mount Vernon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Mount Vernon.
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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
81.8 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 39, MO 265, I 44 Business: Aurora, Mount Vernon
1208 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto East Mount Vernon Boulevard
1.3 km · 1 min · East Mount Vernon Boulevard
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Turn slight right
43 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Market Street
3049 ft · 1 min · South Market Street
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Turn left onto West Dallas Street
49 m · 9 sec · West Dallas Street
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Turn right
52 m · 15 sec
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Turn right onto West Center Street
50 m · 7 sec · West Center Street
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Turn slight right
8 m · 9 sec
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Turn sharp left
73 m · 18 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Mount Vernon.
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
81.8 mi · 01h 29m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Columbia and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Mount Vernon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Mount Vernon?
The road trip is about 197.7 miles (318.1 km) and usually takes 03h 48m 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?
Camdenton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.8 miles from Columbia and 98.9 miles from Mount Vernon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 151.1 miles (243.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.6 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 9:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.28 one way or $52.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Columbia and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Mount Vernon.
Stop Ideas Near Camdenton
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 Camdenton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Mount Vernon. Straight-line distance: 151.09 mi (243.16 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 Mount Vernon
City in Missouri
| Population | 4,477 |
| Coordinates | 37.1036700, -93.8185400 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Vernon (-93.81854, 37.10367)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 318 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 27m |
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 | $26.28 | $52.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.64 | $59.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.44 | $64.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.97 | $73.94 |
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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