How far is Galena, MO from Tauria, MO?
The driving distance from Galena, MO to Tauria, MO is about 11.6 miles (18.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.6 miles (10.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m 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 18m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Galena and Tauria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Galena and Tauria.
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Start on East 4th Street
6 m · 2 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
77 m · 7 sec · South Main Street
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Continue straight
1524 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right
2062 ft · 35 sec
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Continue straight
8.8 mi · 13 min
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Turn right
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Coon Ridge Road
702 ft · 35 sec · Coon Ridge Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Highway 160
83 m · 12 sec · Old Highway 160
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Highway 160
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Galena and Tauria.
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.
South Main Street
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8.76 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Galena and Partly Sunny near Tauria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Galena to Tauria?
The road trip is about 11.6 miles (18.7 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Reeds Spring is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.8 miles from Galena and 5.8 miles from Tauria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.6 miles (10.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5 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 7:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.55 one way or $3.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Galena and Partly Sunny near Tauria.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Galena and Tauria. Straight-line distance: 6.67 mi (10.73 km).
#1 Galena
Human settlement in Stone County, Missouri, United States of America
| Population | 443 |
| Coordinates | 36.8053400, -93.4665800 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tauria
Tauria is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.8058900, -93.3460200 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tauria (-93.34602, 36.80589)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
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 | $1.55 | $3.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.74 | $3.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.91 | $3.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.17 | $4.35 |
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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