How far is New Franklin, MO from Columbia, MO?
The driving distance from New Franklin, MO to Columbia, MO is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.1 miles (35.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Franklin and Columbia.
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Start on the route
12 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn slight left
544 ft · 9 sec
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Turn straight
22.7 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 163: Downtown
672 ft · 16 sec
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Turn right onto North Providence Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Providence Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Providence Road
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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22.7 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New Franklin and Chance 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 New Franklin to Columbia?
The road trip is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rocheport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.6 miles from New Franklin and 12.6 miles from Columbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.1 miles (35.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.36 one way or $6.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around New Franklin and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbia.
Stop Ideas Near Rocheport
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Franklin and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 22.13 mi (35.62 km).
#1 New Franklin
City in Howard County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,057 |
| Coordinates | 39.0172500, -92.7374100 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| 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: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.79 | $7.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.14 | $8.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
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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