How far is Sampsel, MO from Chula, MO?
The driving distance from Sampsel, MO to Chula, MO is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.5 miles (23.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sampsel and Chula.
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Start on Liv 509
531 ft · 23 sec · Liv 509
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left
1.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn straight
7.7 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto North Washington Street
7.2 mi · 11 min · North Washington Street
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Turn right
3.5 mi · 9 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mansur Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sampsel and Chula.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
7.67 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Sampsel and Mostly Sunny near Chula.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sampsel to Chula?
The road trip is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km) and usually takes 00h 40m 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?
Chillicothe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Sampsel and 10.6 miles from Chula.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.5 miles (23.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.98 one way or $5.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Sampsel and Mostly Sunny near Chula.
Stop Ideas Near Chillicothe
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 Chillicothe.
La Plata
Independence
Warrensburg
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sampsel and Chula. Straight-line distance: 14.48 mi (23.3 km).
#1 Sampsel
Unincorporated community in Missouri
| Population | 265 |
| Coordinates | 39.8139000, -93.7085500 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chula
City in Livingston County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 204 |
| Coordinates | 39.9216800, -93.4743800 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chula (-93.47438, 39.92168)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.98 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $3.26 | $6.51 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $3.53 | $7.06 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $4.49 | $8.98 |
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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