How far is Gainesville, MO from Romance, MO?
The driving distance from Gainesville, MO to Romance, MO is about 13 miles (21 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.9 miles (14.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Ozark County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gainesville and Romance.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville and Romance.
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Start on High Street
1101 ft · 52 sec · High Street
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Turn left onto Baker Street
138 m · 24 sec · Baker Street
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Turn right
10.9 mi · 14 min
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 115
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gainesville and Romance.
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.
Longest stretch
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10.9 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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Gainesville and Mostly Cloudy near Romance.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gainesville to Romance?
The road trip is about 13 miles (21 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Theodosia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Gainesville and 6.5 miles from Romance.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.9 miles (14.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.81 one way or $3.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Gainesville and Mostly Cloudy near Romance.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gainesville and Romance. Straight-line distance: 8.89 mi (14.3 km).
#1 Gainesville
County seat of Ozark County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 771 |
| Coordinates | 36.6031200, -92.4282200 |
| Altitude | 238 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Romance
Romance is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.7170100, -92.5026600 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
End: Romance (-92.50266, 36.71701)
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 | $3.93 | $1.81 | $3.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.28 | $1.97 | $3.94 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $2.14 | $4.29 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $2.79 | $5.59 |
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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