How far is Theodosia, MO from Romance, MO?

The driving distance from Theodosia, MO to Romance, MO is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 13.4 miles (21.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
28.73 mi
00h 41m
Flight
13.35 mi
21.49 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
13.35 mi
Kilometers
21.49 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
28.73 mi
Kilometers
46.24 km
Drive Time
00h 41m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Romance
Tue, Oct 27, 9:33 AM CDT
Return by in Theodosia
Tue, Oct 27, 10:15 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Theodosia
2026-10-27T08:52
Arrive Romance
Tue, Oct 27, 9:33 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:42 AM to 7:42 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:06 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Theodosia
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Gainesville
MO

County seat of Ozark County, Missouri, United States

From Theodosia
14.4 mi
00h 20m
To Romance
14.4 mi
00h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Tue, Oct 27 12:00 AM CDT
Wind
2 mph SE
Destination
51°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Tue, Oct 27 12:00 AM CDT
Wind
2 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Theodosia and Romance.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Theodosia and Romance.

  1. 1

    Start on US-160

    15.8 mi · 23 min · US-160

  2. 2

    Turn left

    11.1 mi · 14 min

  3. 3

    Turn right

    1.8 mi · 4 min

  4. 4

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · County Road 115

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Theodosia and Romance.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
4 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US-160
15.8 mi · 55%
Longest Stretch

US-160

Start on US-160

15.8 mi · 00h 23m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 41m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.3 mi
13.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gainesville
00h 20m from Theodosia
Leave By
7:06 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Theodosia and Mostly Cloudy near Romance.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Theodosia to Romance?

The road trip is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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 14.4 miles from Theodosia and 14.4 miles from Romance.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 13.4 miles (21.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 7:06 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.97 one way or $7.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Theodosia and Mostly Cloudy near Romance.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Theodosia and Romance. Straight-line distance: 13.35 mi (21.49 km).

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#1 Theodosia

Human settlement in Ozark County, Missouri, United States of America

Population263
Coordinates36.5828400, -92.6760000
Altitude271
CountryUnited States
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#2 Romance

Romance is a place in Missouri, United States.

Population0
Coordinates36.7170100, -92.5026600
Altitude303
CountryUnited States
Start: Theodosia (-92.676, 36.58284)
End: Romance (-92.50266, 36.71701)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 46 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.01 gal
3.84 L · about $3.97
Round trip
$7.94
2.02 gal · 7.68 L
Estimated CO2
9 kg one way
Round trip: 18 kg / 40 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.93 $3.97 $7.94
Mid-grade $4.28 $4.32 $8.64
Premium $4.66 $4.71 $9.42
Diesel $6.08 $6.14 $12.27

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Missouri · Oct 26, 2026

There is no time difference between Theodosia and Romance. The current time is 08:52:00.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.