How far is Saint Charles, MO from Cole Camp, MO?
The driving distance from Saint Charles, MO to Cole Camp, MO is about 173.4 miles (279 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148.6 miles (239.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Callaway County, Missouri
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Charles and Cole Camp.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Charles and Cole Camp.
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Start on North Second Street
1551 ft · 1 min · North Second Street
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Turn right onto First Capitol Drive
1.4 km · 2 min · First Capitol Drive
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Turn left onto First Capitol Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · First Capitol Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 West
1018 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
79.9 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 54: Auxvasse, Mexico, Fulton
1196 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left
31.9 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO C
946 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto Southwest Boulevard
656 ft · 28 sec · Southwest Boulevard
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Turn left
21.9 mi · 29 min
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Turn straight
26 m · 3 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
13.1 mi · 18 min
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Turn right
23.7 mi · 33 min
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Turn left onto South Maple Street
23 m · 3 sec · South Maple Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Maple Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Charles and Cole Camp.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 70 West
Merge slight left
79.9 mi · 01h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Saint Charles and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cole Camp.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Charles to Cole Camp?
The road trip is about 173.4 miles (279 km) and usually takes 03h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fulton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.6 miles from Saint Charles and 86.8 miles from Cole Camp.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148.6 miles (239.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.08 one way or $46.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Saint Charles and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cole Camp.
Stop Ideas Near Fulton
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 Fulton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Charles and Cole Camp. Straight-line distance: 148.59 mi (239.14 km).
#1 Saint Charles
A city in St.
| Population | 71,761 |
| Coordinates | 38.7839400, -90.4812300 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cole Camp
City in Benton County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,148 |
| Coordinates | 38.4600200, -93.2027000 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cole Camp (-93.2027, 38.46002)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.08 | $46.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.03 | $52.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.48 | $56.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.46 | $64.92 |
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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