How far is Jefferson City, MO from Washington, MO?
The driving distance from Jefferson City, MO to Washington, MO is about 82.5 miles (132.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.8 miles (101 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jefferson City and Washington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson City and Washington.
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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 left to continue on US 50 East: Saint Louis
5.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Wolf Ridge Trail
1995 ft · 2 min · Wolf Ridge Trail
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Loose Creek Highway
1 mi · 2 min · Loose Creek Highway
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Continue on County Route 604
1 km · 3 min · County Route 604
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Turn left onto County Route 605
1.5 mi · 6 min · County Route 605
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Turn left
1817 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on West Main Street
51.9 mi · 59 min · West Main Street
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Turn left
3.1 mi · 7 min
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Turn slight left
5 mi · 8 min
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Continue on Jefferson Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto West 3rd Street
29 m · 4 sec · West 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jefferson City and Washington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Main Street
Continue on West Main Street
51.9 mi · 00h 59m
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 Rain Showers leaving Jefferson City and Partly Sunny near Washington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jefferson City to Washington?
The road trip is about 82.5 miles (132.7 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?
Owensville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.2 miles from Jefferson City and 41.3 miles from Washington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.8 miles (101 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 $10.97 one way or $21.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Jefferson City and Partly Sunny near Washington.
Stop Ideas Near Owensville
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 Owensville.
Hermann
Washington
Jefferson City
Kirkwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jefferson City and Washington. Straight-line distance: 62.76 mi (101 km).
#1 Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri.
| Population | 42,708 |
| Coordinates | 38.5767000, -92.1735200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Washington
City in Franklin County, Missouri
| Population | 14,243 |
| Coordinates | 38.5581100, -91.0120900 |
| Altitude | 168 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington (-91.01209, 38.55811)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.97 | $21.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.38 | $24.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.54 | $27.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
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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