How far is Forsyth, MO from Hollister, MO?
The driving distance from Forsyth, MO to Hollister, MO is about 13 miles (21 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.9 miles (11.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated community in Missouri
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Forsyth and Hollister.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forsyth and Hollister.
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Start on Rockhill Drive
44 m · 14 sec · Rockhill Drive
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Turn sharp left
83 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East State Highway 76
5 m · 1 sec · East State Highway 76
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Exit the roundabout onto East State Highway 76
8.1 mi · 14 min · East State Highway 76
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Turn left onto Coon Creek Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Coon Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Saint James Street
716 ft · 33 sec · Saint James Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Business 65
1566 ft · 44 sec · South Business 65
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Turn right onto Esplanade Drive
118 m · 19 sec · Esplanade Drive
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Turn right onto Old Mill Road
120 m · 17 sec · Old Mill Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Mill Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Forsyth and Hollister.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East State Highway 76
Exit the roundabout onto East State Highway 76
8.15 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Forsyth and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hollister.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forsyth to Hollister?
The road trip is about 13 miles (21 km) and usually takes 00h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kirbyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Forsyth and 6.5 miles from Hollister.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.9 miles (11.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.73 one way or $3.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Forsyth and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hollister.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forsyth and Hollister. Straight-line distance: 6.9 mi (11.1 km).
#1 Forsyth
County seat of Taney County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 2,560 |
| Coordinates | 36.6850600, -93.1199000 |
| Altitude | 283 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hollister
City in Missouri
| Population | 4,607 |
| Coordinates | 36.6211700, -93.2154600 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
End: Old Mill Road (-93.215629, 36.621151)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
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 | $1.73 | $3.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
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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