How far is West Plains, MO from Jefferson City, MO?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between West Plains and Jefferson City is 128.93 miles (207.49 km).

Flight distance from West Plains, MO to Jefferson City, MO is 128.93 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from West Plains to Jefferson City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from West Plains, Missouri to Jefferson City, Missouri is: 160.23 miles (257.87 km) by car.

Driving from West Plains to Jefferson City will take approximately 02 hours 49 minutes.

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#1 West Plains

City in Missouri, United States

Population 12383
GPS Coordinates 36°43'41"N 91°51'9"W
Latitude 36.7281200
Longitude -91.8523700
Altitude 306
Country United States
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#2 Jefferson City

The capital of Missouri. It is located on the east bank of the Missouri River in the central part of the state. Jefferson City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Missouri State Capitol and the Jefferson City Museum of History and Art.

Population 42708
GPS Coordinates 38°34'36"N 92°10'25"W
Latitude 38.5767000
Longitude -92.1735200
Altitude 192
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between West Plains and Jefferson City

The distance between West Plains and Jefferson City is 258 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 51 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 West Plains and Jefferson City. The current time is 05:35:54.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 05 hours 20 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 04 hours 00 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 03 hours 12 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 02 hours 40 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 17 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 08 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 59 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.4 liters (5.65 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Plains and Jefferson City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Plains to Jefferson City is $18.12 (diesel $25.03).

Missouri gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.21 $3.54 $3.86 $4.43
Total $18.12 $19.99 $21.82 $25.03

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 20, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

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

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