How far is Terre du Lac, MO from Columbia, MO?
The driving distance from Terre du Lac, MO to Columbia, MO is about 151.2 miles (243.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 47m 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 02h 53m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Warren County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Terre du Lac and Columbia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre du Lac and Columbia.
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Start on Michel Drive
33 m · 12 sec · Michel Drive
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Continue on Michel Drive
110 m · 19 sec · Michel Drive
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Turn left onto Rue Monshau
748 ft · 36 sec · Rue Monshau
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Turn right onto Champs Elysees Drive
38 m · 10 sec · Champs Elysees Drive
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Turn left onto Dominique Drive
36 m · 11 sec · Dominique Drive
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Turn left onto Champs Elysees Drive
1273 ft · 57 sec · Champs Elysees Drive
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Turn right onto Saint Francois Road
1373 ft · 1 min · Saint Francois Road
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Turn left onto Rue Charlemagne
112 m · 18 sec · Rue Charlemagne
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Turn right onto Rue Terre Bonne
3041 ft · 2 min · Rue Terre Bonne
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Continue on Rue Terre Bonne
2463 ft · 2 min · Rue Terre Bonne
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At the end of the road, turn left
10.8 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
20.4 mi · 35 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.2 mi · 10 min
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Turn straight onto South Commercial Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Commercial Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
6.2 mi · 9 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
2437 ft · 55 sec
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Turn right
31.1 mi · 47 min
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Take the ramp left toward I 70 West, US 40 West: Columbia, Jonesburg
1032 ft · 13 sec
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Merge slight left
66.6 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 163: Downtown
747 ft · 16 sec
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Turn left onto North Providence Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · North 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 Terre du Lac 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.
I 70 West
Merge slight left
66.6 mi · 01h 16m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Terre du Lac and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Columbia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Terre du Lac to Columbia?
The road trip is about 151.2 miles (243.4 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Innsbrook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.4 miles from Terre du Lac and 75.7 miles from Columbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.1 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 12:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.23 one way or $42.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Terre du Lac and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Columbia.
Stop Ideas Near Innsbrook
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Warrenton City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Innsbrook.
Washington
Hermann
Kirkwood
Gateway Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Terre du Lac and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 117.11 mi (188.47 km).
#1 Terre du Lac
Terre du Lac is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9117200, -90.6254100 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| 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: 243 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $3.98 | $21.23 | $42.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $23.18 | $46.36 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $25.14 | $50.27 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $31.98 | $63.95 |
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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