How far is Warsaw, MO from Columbia, MO?

Fastest route

The distance between Warsaw, Missouri 65355, and Columbia, Missouri is approximately 102 miles (164 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 36 minutes. The fastest route involves using US-65 and I-70 E.

Directions

  1. Head northwest on W Washington St toward Seminary St.
  2. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Seminary St.
  3. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Main St.
  4. Turn left onto the US-65 N ramp to Sedalia.
  5. Follow US-65 and I-70 E to MO-163 S/N Providence Rd in Columbia. Take exit 126 from I-70 E.
  6. Merge onto MO-163 S/N Providence Rd.
  7. Continue straight onto N Providence Rd.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Use US-65 and I-70 E: Follow this route as it is the fastest one considering the traffic conditions.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Keep Track of Distance: Monitor your distance covered to ensure you stay on the right track.
  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Follow Exit 126: Pay attention to the signs for exit 126 to get onto MO-163 S/N Providence Rd.
  • ๐Ÿšฆ Stay Updated on Traffic: Check for traffic updates before you begin your journey to avoid delays.
  • ๐Ÿ” Refreshment Break: If you need a break, consider stopping at the KFC or Taco Bell along the way.
  • ๐Ÿš˜ Maintain Speed Limit: Adhere to speed limits and drive safely to reach your destination efficiently.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Use GPS Navigation: Utilize GPS navigation to help you navigate the route accurately.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
102.59 mi
01h 44m
Flight
74.83 mi
120.42 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
74.83 mi
Kilometers
120.42 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
102.59 mi
Kilometers
165.1 km
Drive Time
01h 44m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Columbia
Thu, Apr 30, 7:49 AM CDT
Return by in Warsaw
Thu, Apr 30, 9:33 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Warsaw
2026-04-30T06:05
Arrive Columbia
Thu, Apr 30, 7:49 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:44 AM to 11:44 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:02 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Warsaw
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Hughesville
MO

Township in Pettis County, Missouri

From Warsaw
51.3 mi
00h 52m
To Columbia
51.3 mi
00h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67ยฐF
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph SW
Destination
67ยฐF
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
1 to 7 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Warsaw and Columbia.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Warsaw and Columbia.

  1. 1

    Start on West Washington Street

    32 m ยท 10 sec ยท West Washington Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Seminary Street

    69 m ยท 12 sec ยท Seminary Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1108 ft ยท 32 sec ยท Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn right

    1.3 mi ยท 2 min

  5. 5

    Continue on Braden Road

    560 ft ยท 17 sec ยท Braden Road

  6. 6

    Turn left

    1378 ft ยท 34 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    51 mi ยท 1 hr 3 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East: Saint Louis

    1866 ft ยท 40 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway

    22.9 mi ยท 25 min ยท U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway

    22.4 mi ยท 24 min ยท U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway

  11. 11

    Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

    1.8 mi ยท 2 min ยท Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway

    1.3 km ยท 1 min ยท Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward MO 163: Downtown

    672 ft ยท 16 sec

  14. 14

    Turn right onto North Providence Road

    1.2 mi ยท 3 min ยท North Providence Road

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท North Providence Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Warsaw and Columbia.

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
15 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Braden Road
51.1 mi ยท 50%
U.S. Submarine Veterans' Memorial Highway
45.3 mi ยท 44%
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
1.77 mi ยท 2%
North Providence Road
1.18 mi ยท 1%
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial High
0.81 mi ยท 1%
I 70 East
0.35 mi
Longest Stretch

Braden Road

Merge slight left

51 mi ยท 01h 03m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 44m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.8 mi
74.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hughesville
00h 52m from Warsaw
Leave By
3:02 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Warsaw and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbia.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Warsaw to Columbia?

The road trip is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?

Hughesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.3 miles from Warsaw and 51.3 miles from Columbia.

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

The direct path is about 74.8 miles (120.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:02 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.65 one way or $27.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Warsaw and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbia.

Stop Ideas Near Hughesville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Hughesville, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hughesville.

RAIL

Sedalia

15 mi away
100 block of Main Street, through parking lot
RAIL

Warrensburg

39 mi away
100 South Holden St.
RAIL

Lee's Summit

94 mi away
217 SW Main St.
RAIL

Independence

102 mi away
600 South Grand Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Warsaw and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 74.83 mi (120.42 km).

Warsaw

#1 Warsaw

City in Missouri, United States

Population2,217
Coordinates38.2430800, -93.3818700
Altitude218
CountryUnited States
Columbia

#2 Columbia

The most populous city in the state of Missouri.

Population124,769
Coordinates38.9517100, -92.3340700
Altitude215
CountryUnited States
Start: West Washington Street (-93.381967, 38.242989)
End: North Providence Road (-92.33414, 38.951711)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 165 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 25m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 03m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 27m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.62 gal
13.7 L ยท about $13.65
Round trip
$27.30
7.24 gal ยท 27.4 L
Estimated CO2
32.2 kg one way
Round trip: 64.3 kg / 142 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $13.65 $27.30
Mid-grade $4.25 $15.40 $30.79
Premium $4.65 $16.85 $33.69
Diesel $5.30 $19.20 $38.40

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 ยท Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Warsaw and Columbia. The current time is 06:05:41.

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