How far is Union, MO from Columbia, MO?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Union and Columbia is 79.44 miles (127.84 km).

Flight distance from Union, MO to Columbia, MO is 79.44 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Union to Columbia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Union, Missouri to Columbia, Missouri is: 99.02 miles (159.36 km) by car.

Driving from Union to Columbia will take approximately 01 hours 46 minutes.

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#1 Union

City in and county seat of Franklin County, Missouri, United States

Population 12094
GPS Coordinates 38°27'0"N 91°0'31"W
Latitude 38.4500500
Longitude -91.0084800
Altitude 162
Country United States
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#2 Columbia

The most populous city in the state of Missouri. It is located on the Missouri River in central Missouri. Columbia is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Missouri and the Missouri State Historical Society.

Population 124769
GPS Coordinates 38°57'6"N 92°20'3"W
Latitude 38.9517100
Longitude -92.3340700
Altitude 215
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Union and Columbia

The distance between Union and Columbia is 159 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 46 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Union and Columbia. The current time is 02:30:22.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 03 hours 17 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 02 hours 28 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 58 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 39 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 24 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 19 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 14 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.23 liters (3.49 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Union and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Union to Columbia is $11.2 (diesel $15.47).

Missouri gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.21 $3.54 $3.86 $4.43
Total $11.2 $12.36 $13.49 $15.47

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Union and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Blue Springs, MO to Union 205.34 miles (330 km)

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Driving distance from Cape Girardeau, MO to Union 134.91 miles (217 km)

Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Union 61.49 miles (99 km)

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Driving distance from Chesterfield, MO to Union 34.92 miles (56 km)

Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Union 214.06 miles (345 km)

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Driving distance from Florissant, MO to Union 58.34 miles (94 km)

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Driving distance from Independence, MO to Union 214.21 miles (345 km)

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Driving distance from Jefferson City, MO to Union 76.74 miles (124 km)

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Driving distance from Joplin, MO to Union 240.27 miles (387 km)

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Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Union 222.19 miles (358 km)

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Driving distance from Lee's Summit, MO to Union 203.82 miles (328 km)

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Driving distance from O'Fallon, MO to Union 42.46 miles (68 km)

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