How far is Romance, MO from Bakersfield, MO?
The driving distance from Romance, MO to Bakersfield, MO is about 32.3 miles (52 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.1 miles (38.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 44m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat of Ozark County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Romance and Bakersfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Romance and Bakersfield.
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Start on County Road 115
25 m · 4 sec · County Road 115
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
11.1 mi · 14 min
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Turn left
21.4 mi · 32 min
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Turn right
7.4 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
54 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Romance and Bakersfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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21.4 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Romance and Partly Sunny near Bakersfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Romance to Bakersfield?
The road trip is about 32.3 miles (52 km) and usually takes 00h 44m 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?
Gainesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.8 miles from Romance and 11.5 miles from Bakersfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.1 miles (38.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.48 one way or $8.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Romance and Partly Sunny near Bakersfield.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Romance and Bakersfield. Straight-line distance: 24.09 mi (38.77 km).
#1 Romance
Romance is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.7170100, -92.5026600 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bakersfield
Village in Missouri, USA
| Population | 225 |
| Coordinates | 36.5225600, -92.1421000 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: 142 (-92.142087, 36.522552)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $3.93 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.28 | $4.88 | $9.75 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $5.32 | $10.63 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $6.93 | $13.85 |
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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