How far is Rolla, MO from Jefferson City, MO?
The driving distance from Rolla, MO to Jefferson City, MO is about 62 miles (99.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.4 miles (77.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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 07m.
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
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Human settlement in Osage County, Missouri, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rolla and Jefferson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rolla and Jefferson City.
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Start on West 10th Street
27 m · 8 sec · West 10th Street
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Turn right onto North Pine Street
2932 ft · 2 min · North Pine Street
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Turn right onto North Bishop Avenue
13.2 mi · 17 min · North Bishop Avenue
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Continue straight
43.2 mi · 55 min
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Continue straight
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
879 ft · 32 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto West McCarty Street
151 m · 16 sec · West McCarty Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
76 m · 13 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto East Wall Way
104 m · 25 sec · East Wall Way
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Wall Way
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rolla and Jefferson City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Bishop Avenue
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43.2 mi · 00h 55m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rolla to Jefferson City?
The road trip is about 62 miles (99.8 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Freeburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31 miles from Rolla and 31 miles from Jefferson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.4 miles (77.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.26 one way or $16.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rolla and Chance Rain Showers near Jefferson City.
Stop Ideas Near Freeburg
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rolla and Jefferson City. Straight-line distance: 48.4 mi (77.89 km).
#1 Rolla
City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 20,437 |
| Coordinates | 37.9514300, -91.7712700 |
| Altitude | 342 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri.
| Population | 42,708 |
| Coordinates | 38.5767000, -92.1735200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Wall Way (-92.173431, 38.576776)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.26 | $16.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.31 | $18.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.19 | $20.38 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.62 | $23.23 |
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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