How far is Morgan, MO from Columbia, MO?
The driving distance from Morgan, MO to Columbia, MO is about 125.6 miles (202.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.3 miles (163 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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 02h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Morgan and Columbia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan and Columbia.
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Start on Orchid Drive
8 m · 1 sec · Orchid Drive
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 12 min
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Turn straight
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn slight left
79 m · 7 sec
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Continue on Ostrich Drive
3.7 mi · 6 min · Ostrich Drive
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Continue on Morgan Road
2234 ft · 1 min · Morgan Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Morgan Road
46 m · 4 sec · Morgan Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Morgan Road
1115 ft · 34 sec · Morgan Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 44 East: Rolla
1283 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 64, MO 5, MO 32: Hartville
894 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto South Jefferson Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Jefferson Avenue
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Continue straight
23.7 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 54: Camdenton, Nevada, Osage Beach, Jefferson City
1082 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right
31.2 mi · 36 min
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Turn straight
28 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 63 North: Columbia
26.1 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 740
1273 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto East Stadium Boulevard
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Stadium Boulevard
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Turn right onto South Providence Road
1.6 km · 2 min · South Providence Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Providence Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Morgan and Columbia.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn right
31.2 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Morgan and Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Morgan to Columbia?
The road trip is about 125.6 miles (202.2 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Eldon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.9 miles from Morgan and 62.8 miles from Columbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.3 miles (163 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 2:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.71 one way or $33.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Morgan and Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbia.
Stop Ideas Near Eldon
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 Eldon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Morgan and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 101.31 mi (163.04 km).
#1 Morgan
Unincorporated community in Missouri
| Population | 1,399 |
| Coordinates | 37.5103200, -92.6765600 |
| Altitude | 382 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia
The most populous city in the state of Missouri.
| Population | 124,769 |
| Coordinates | 38.9517100, -92.3340700 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Providence Road (-92.33414, 38.951711)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 202 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $16.71 | $33.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.84 | $37.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.62 | $41.23 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.50 | $46.99 |
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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