How far is Columbia, MO from Old Jamestown, MO?
The driving distance from Columbia, MO to Old Jamestown, MO is about 118.6 miles (190.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.5 miles (177.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Montgomery County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Old Jamestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Old Jamestown.
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Start on North Providence Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Providence Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
879 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
2467 ft · 35 sec · Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
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Continue on Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
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Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
103.1 mi · 2 hr 3 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
872 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago
2556 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on I 270 North: Chicago
1270 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago
988 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 67
1565 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto North Lindbergh Boulevard
2.1 mi · 4 min · North Lindbergh Boulevard
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Turn left onto Patterson Road
2.3 mi · 5 min · Patterson Road
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Continue on Vaile Ave
1.1 mi · 2 min · Vaile Ave
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Old Halls Ferry Road
6 m · 1 sec · Old Halls Ferry Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Old Halls Ferry Road
1368 ft · 38 sec · Old Halls Ferry Road
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Turn left
52 m · 12 sec
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Keep slight right
1292 ft · 2 min
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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 Old Jamestown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
103 mi · 02h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Columbia and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Old Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Old Jamestown?
The road trip is about 118.6 miles (190.8 km) and usually takes 02h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jonesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.2 miles from Columbia and 59.4 miles from Old Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.5 miles (177.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.62 one way or $33.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Columbia and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Old Jamestown.
Stop Ideas Near Jonesburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Warrenton City Animal Control
Warrenton City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jonesburg.
Hermann
Washington
Jefferson City
Kirkwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Old Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 110.48 mi (177.8 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 Old Jamestown
This historic settlement in Saint Louis County, Missouri, is nestled along the Missouri River, defining its geographic character.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.8349400, -90.2851100 |
| Altitude | - |
| Country | United States |
End: Old Jamestown (-90.28511, 38.83494)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $3.98 | $16.62 | $33.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $18.15 | $36.29 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $19.68 | $39.35 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $25.03 | $50.06 |
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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