How far is De Soto, MO from Jefferson City, MO?
The driving distance from De Soto, MO to Jefferson City, MO is about 116.6 miles (187.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.7 miles (149.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Missouri, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between De Soto and Jefferson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Soto and Jefferson City.
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Start on Easton Street
133 m · 24 sec · Easton Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
124 m · 6 sec
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
9.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto Ridge Road
4 mi · 10 min · Ridge Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
16 mi · 23 min
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Turn straight onto South Commercial Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Commercial Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
6.2 mi · 9 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
52.4 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Continue straight
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1817 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto County Route 605
1.5 mi · 6 min · County Route 605
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Turn right onto County Route 604
1 km · 2 min · County Route 604
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Continue on Loose Creek Highway
1 mi · 3 min · Loose Creek Highway
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Turn left onto Wolf Ridge Trail
1908 ft · 1 min · Wolf Ridge Trail
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Turn right
17.1 mi · 21 min
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
879 ft · 32 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto West McCarty Street
151 m · 16 sec · West McCarty Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
76 m · 13 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto East Wall Way
104 m · 25 sec · East Wall Way
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Wall Way
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between De Soto and Jefferson City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
52.4 mi · 01h 02m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving De Soto and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jefferson City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from De Soto to Jefferson City?
The road trip is about 116.6 miles (187.7 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Leslie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.8 miles from De Soto and 55.9 miles from Jefferson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.7 miles (149.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.54 one way or $31.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around De Soto and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jefferson City.
Stop Ideas Near Leslie
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 Leslie.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between De Soto and Jefferson City. Straight-line distance: 92.74 mi (149.25 km).
#1 De Soto
City in Jefferson County, Missouri
| Population | 6,340 |
| Coordinates | 38.1395000, -90.5551300 |
| Altitude | 160 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri.
| Population | 42,708 |
| Coordinates | 38.5767000, -92.1735200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Wall Way (-92.173431, 38.576776)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 188 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $15.54 | $31.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.52 | $35.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.17 | $38.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.85 | $43.70 |
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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