How far is Jefferson City, MO from Washington County, MO?
The driving distance from Jefferson City, MO to Washington County, MO is about 114.1 miles (183.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.1 miles (132.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 36m 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 48m.
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
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City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jefferson City and Washington County.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson City and Washington County.
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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
11.3 mi · 14 min · Rex M Whitton Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on US 63 South: Rolla
38.2 mi · 50 min
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Turn left
25.2 mi · 37 min
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 7 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
26.5 mi · 40 min · Main Street
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Turn left
7.7 mi · 19 min
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Turn right
2765 ft · 2 min
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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 Washington County.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 63 South
Keep slight right to continue on US 63 South: Rolla
38.2 mi · 00h 50m
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 leaving Jefferson City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Washington County.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jefferson City to Washington County?
The road trip is about 114.1 miles (183.7 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Saint James is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57 miles from Jefferson City and 57.2 miles from Washington County.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.1 miles (132.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 32 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 12:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.02 one way or $32.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Jefferson City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Washington County.
Stop Ideas Near Saint James
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint James.
Jefferson City
Hermann
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jefferson City and Washington County. Straight-line distance: 82.15 mi (132.21 km).
#1 Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri.
| Population | 42,708 |
| Coordinates | 38.5767000, -92.1735200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Washington County
County in Missouri, United States
| Population | 24,604 |
| Coordinates | 37.9616800, -90.8774200 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington County (-90.87742, 37.96168)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 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 | $3.98 | $16.02 | $32.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $17.49 | $34.99 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $18.97 | $37.94 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $24.13 | $48.26 |
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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