How far is Richland, MO from Columbia, MO?
The driving distance from Richland, MO to Columbia, MO is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 46m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richland and Columbia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richland and Columbia.
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Start on South Pine Street
616 ft · 18 sec · South Pine Street
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Turn left onto West Washington Avenue
2150 ft · 38 sec · West Washington Avenue
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Turn right onto Hillhouse Road
11.3 mi · 20 min · Hillhouse Road
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Turn right
8.1 mi · 14 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
540 ft · 10 sec
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Turn slight left
8.9 mi · 16 min
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Turn left
5.3 mi · 7 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
11.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the ramp right toward US 54 East: Jefferson City
1017 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
20.8 mi · 24 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 Richland and Columbia.
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 North
Take the exit slight right toward US 63 North: Columbia
26.1 mi · 00h 29m
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 Richland and Scattered 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 Richland to Columbia?
The road trip is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Eugene is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.3 miles from Richland and 48.5 miles from Columbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.86 one way or $25.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Richland and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbia.
Stop Ideas Near Eugene
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 Eugene.
Jefferson City
Sedalia
Hermann
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richland and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 75.73 mi (121.88 km).
#1 Richland
City in Missouri parts of witch are in Camden, Laclede, and Pulaski Counties
| Population | 1,800 |
| Coordinates | 37.8569800, -92.4043400 |
| Altitude | 346 |
| 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: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.86 | $25.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.50 | $29.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.87 | $31.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.09 | $36.17 |
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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