How far is Jefferson City, MO from Bolivar, MO?
The driving distance from Jefferson City, MO to Bolivar, MO is about 114 miles (183.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.6 miles (152.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m 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 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in 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 Bolivar.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson City and Bolivar.
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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
1130 ft · 40 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto Rex M Whitton Expressway
540 ft · 23 sec · Rex M Whitton Expressway
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Turn right onto Madison Street
3189 ft · 2 min · Madison Street
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Take the ramp straight
1131 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway
73.4 mi · 1 hr 27 min · C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway
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Turn left
20 mi · 30 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Ash Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Ash Street
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Continue on N Ash Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · N Ash Street
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Turn right onto West Dallas Street
17.6 mi · 25 min · West Dallas Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jefferson City and Bolivar.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway
Merge slight left onto C. F. “Red” Whaley Expressway
73.4 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Jefferson City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bolivar.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jefferson City to Bolivar?
The road trip is about 114 miles (183.5 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Camdenton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57 miles from Jefferson City and 57 miles from Bolivar.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.6 miles (152.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 1:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.16 one way or $30.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Jefferson City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bolivar.
Stop Ideas Near Camdenton
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 Camdenton.
Jefferson City
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jefferson City and Bolivar. Straight-line distance: 94.57 mi (152.2 km).
#1 Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri.
| Population | 42,708 |
| Coordinates | 38.5767000, -92.1735200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bolivar
State of Venezuela
| Population | 11,196 |
| Coordinates | 37.6144800, -93.4104700 |
| Altitude | 322 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bolivar (-93.41047, 37.61448)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.16 | $30.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.10 | $34.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.71 | $37.42 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.32 | $42.64 |
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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