How far is Jefferson City, MO from Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO?
The driving distance from Jefferson City, MO to Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO is about 129.9 miles (209 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.6 miles (170 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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 34m.
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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City in Montgomery County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jefferson City and Bellefontaine Neighbors.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson City and Bellefontaine Neighbors.
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Start on East Wall Way
47 m · 13 sec · East Wall Way
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
77 m · 15 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto West McCarty Street
1 km · 2 min · West McCarty Street
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Take the ramp right toward US 54 East, US 63 North: Fulton, Columbia
713 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
29.6 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
1220 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
84 mi · 1 hr 38 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
872 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago
2556 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on I 270 North: Chicago
1270 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago
988 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
11.8 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Bellefontaine Road
935 ft · 20 sec
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Turn right onto Bellefontaine Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Bellefontaine Road
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Turn right
48 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jefferson City and Bellefontaine Neighbors.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
84 mi · 01h 38m
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.
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Jefferson City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bellefontaine Neighbors.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jefferson City to Bellefontaine Neighbors?
The road trip is about 129.9 miles (209 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Jonesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.9 miles from Jefferson City and 65.1 miles from Bellefontaine Neighbors.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.6 miles (170 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.27 one way or $34.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms around Jefferson City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bellefontaine Neighbors.
Stop Ideas Near Jonesburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Warrenton City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jefferson City and Bellefontaine Neighbors. Straight-line distance: 105.65 mi (170.03 km).
#1 Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri.
| Population | 42,708 |
| Coordinates | 38.5767000, -92.1735200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bellefontaine Neighbors
City in Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 10,297 |
| Coordinates | 38.7403300, -90.2265000 |
| Altitude | 140 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bellefontaine Neighbors (-90.2265, 38.74033)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.27 | $34.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.48 | $38.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.32 | $42.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.29 | $48.58 |
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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