How far is Poplar Bluff, MO from Columbia, MO?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Poplar Bluff and Columbia is 184.95 miles (297.64 km).

Flight distance from Poplar Bluff, MO to Columbia, MO is 184.95 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from Poplar Bluff to Columbia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Poplar Bluff, Missouri to Columbia, Missouri is: 263.4 miles (423.91 km) by car.

Driving from Poplar Bluff to Columbia will take approximately 04 hours 13 minutes.

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#1 Poplar Bluff

City in Butler County in Southeast Missouri, United States

Population 16807
GPS Coordinates 36°45'25"N 90°23'34"W
Latitude 36.7570000
Longitude -90.3928900
Altitude 110
Country United States
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#2 Columbia

The most populous city in the state of Missouri. It is located on the Missouri River in central Missouri. Columbia is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Missouri and the Missouri State Historical Society.

Population 124769
GPS Coordinates 38°57'6"N 92°20'3"W
Latitude 38.9517100
Longitude -92.3340700
Altitude 215
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Poplar Bluff and Columbia

The distance between Poplar Bluff and Columbia is 424 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 42 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Poplar Bluff and Columbia. The current time is 05:26:47.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 08 hours 46 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 06 hours 35 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 05 hours 16 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 04 hours 23 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 45 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 03 hours 30 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 17 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 35.18 liters (9.29 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Poplar Bluff and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Poplar Bluff to Columbia is $29.79 (diesel $41.14).

Missouri gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.21 $3.54 $3.86 $4.43
Total $29.79 $32.87 $35.88 $41.14

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Poplar Bluff and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

Driving distance from New York, MO to Poplar Bluff 387.15 miles (623 km)

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Driving distance from Blue Springs, MO to Poplar Bluff 356.15 miles (573 km)

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Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Poplar Bluff 164.8 miles (265 km)

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Driving distance from Chesterfield, MO to Poplar Bluff 160.13 miles (258 km)

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Driving distance from Florissant, MO to Poplar Bluff 169.16 miles (272 km)

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Driving distance from Independence, MO to Poplar Bluff 359.86 miles (579 km)

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Driving distance from Jefferson City, MO to Poplar Bluff 203.13 miles (327 km)

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Driving distance from Joplin, MO to Poplar Bluff 256.66 miles (413 km)

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Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Poplar Bluff 361.1 miles (581 km)

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Driving distance from Lee's Summit, MO to Poplar Bluff 343.48 miles (553 km)

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