How far is Jefferson City, MO from Macon, MO?
The driving distance from Jefferson City, MO to Macon, MO is about 88.5 miles (142.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.1 miles (132.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 21m 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 01h 40m.
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 Boone County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jefferson City and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson City and Macon.
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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
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 63 North: Columbia
84.8 mi · 1 hr 33 min
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Turn left onto South Rollins Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Rollins Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Washington Street
47 m · 11 sec · East Washington Street
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Turn left onto Walker Street
48 m · 7 sec · Walker Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walker Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jefferson City and Macon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 63 North
Take the exit slight right toward US 63 North: Columbia
84.8 mi · 01h 33m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Jefferson City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jefferson City to Macon?
The road trip is about 88.5 miles (142.4 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Hallsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.2 miles from Jefferson City and 44.2 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.1 miles (132.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 3:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.77 one way or $23.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Jefferson City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Macon.
Stop Ideas Near Hallsville
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 Hallsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jefferson City and Macon. Straight-line distance: 82.11 mi (132.15 km).
#1 Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri.
| Population | 42,708 |
| Coordinates | 38.5767000, -92.1735200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Macon
City in Missouri, United States of America
| Population | 5,341 |
| Coordinates | 39.7422600, -92.4726900 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
End: Macon (-92.47269, 39.74226)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.77 | $23.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.52 | $29.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.55 | $33.10 |
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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