How far is Hannibal, MO from Jefferson City, MO?
The driving distance from Hannibal, MO to Jefferson City, MO is about 105.9 miles (170.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.5 miles (144.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 45m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.
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.
Human settlement in Audrain 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 Hannibal and Jefferson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hannibal and Jefferson City.
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Start on the route
17 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway
3145 ft · 1 min · Broadway
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Turn left onto Grand Avenue
1072 ft · 24 sec · Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto Warren Barett Drive
3 mi · 5 min · Warren Barett Drive
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Turn left onto Avenue of the Saints
7.3 mi · 9 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right
1015 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right
26.9 mi · 31 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
8.1 mi · 11 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Scott's Corner
19 m · 1 sec
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Exit the rotary
10.4 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto US 54 West: Jefferson City
47.6 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward State Capitol
118 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2987 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
136 m · 26 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto West High Street
852 ft · 38 sec · West High Street
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Turn right
77 m · 25 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Wall Way
2 m · 1 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 Hannibal and Jefferson City.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 54 West
Turn left onto US 54 West: Jefferson City
47.6 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hannibal and Mostly Sunny near Jefferson City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hannibal to Jefferson City?
The road trip is about 105.9 miles (170.5 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Benton City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.7 miles from Hannibal and 53.3 miles from Jefferson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.5 miles (144.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.4 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 2:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.10 one way or $28.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hannibal and Mostly Sunny near Jefferson City.
Stop Ideas Near Benton City
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 Benton City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hannibal and Jefferson City. Straight-line distance: 89.56 mi (144.14 km).
#1 Hannibal
City in Missouri, USA
| Population | 17,246 |
| Coordinates | 39.7083800, -91.3584800 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| 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: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.10 | $28.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.91 | $31.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.41 | $34.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.84 | $39.67 |
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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