How far is Columbia, MO from Noel, MO?
The driving distance from Columbia, MO to Noel, MO is about 270.5 miles (435.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 203.6 miles (327.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 21m 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 05h 10m.
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.
Township in Webster County, Missouri
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Noel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Noel.
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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
24.1 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 59, US 71 Business: Goodman, Anderson
1415 ft · 31 sec
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto North State Highway 59
1 km · 56 sec · North State Highway 59
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Continue on Marshall Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · Marshall Street
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Continue on State Highway 59
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 59
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Continue on North Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn slight left onto North Cliffside Drive
5 mi · 7 min · North Cliffside Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Cliffside Drive
1692 ft · 35 sec · North Cliffside Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1197 ft · 26 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Railroad Street
70 m · 10 sec · Railroad Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Noel.
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.
Sunny leaving Columbia and Clear near Noel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Noel?
The road trip is about 270.5 miles (435.4 km) and usually takes 05h 10m 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?
Niangua is a useful midpoint, sitting about 135.3 miles from Columbia and 135.3 miles from Noel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 203.6 miles (327.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 66.9 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 6:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.01 one way or $72.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbia and Clear near Noel.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Noel. Straight-line distance: 203.57 mi (327.62 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 Noel
City in Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,808 |
| Coordinates | 36.5456300, -94.4852200 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| Country | United States |
End: Noel (-94.48522, 36.54563)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 435 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 22m |
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 | $36.01 | $72.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.62 | $81.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $44.45 | $88.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $50.65 | $101.31 |
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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