Origin
Columbia, MO
Night in Columbia on Tuesday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, MO to Bel-Ridge, MO
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
115.5 mi
186 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
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6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bel-Ridge, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Columbia, MO to Bel-Ridge, MO covers 115.5 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway, North Providence Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 110.5 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.7 miles from Columbia, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 20m drive with frequent turns across 115.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 110.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Columbia, MO to Bel-Ridge, MO is easy. At 2h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles (I 70; US 40 / Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 114.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
3
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 70; US 40 / Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 70; US 40 / Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
7
114.2 mi into trip
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~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward North Hanley Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 239
Toward North Hanley Road
6
114.4 mi into trip
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~2h 18m in
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North Hanley Road
Turn right onto North Hanley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
115.4 mi into trip
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~2h 20m in
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Welsberg Drive
Turn right onto Welsberg Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 110.5 mi | 2h 12m |
| Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Providence Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Hanley Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Welsberg Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 110.5 mi, about 2h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, MO and Bel-Ridge, MO.
1
Start on MO 163
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Providence Road
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Saint Louis
3
Merge onto I 70; US 40
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
4
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
5
Continue on I 70; US 40
110 mi
·
2 hr 12 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 239
Toward North Hanley Road
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn right onto North Hanley Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Hanley Road
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto Welsberg Drive
495 ft
·
21 sec
·
Welsberg Drive
9
Arrive at destination
Welsberg Drive
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.7 miles from Columbia, MO, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.7 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bel-Ridge, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Columbia, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Columbia, MO
This is one driving day of about 115.5 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Columbia, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 110.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.7 mi from Columbia, MO · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.7 miles from Columbia, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.5 miles.
Arriving in Bel-Ridge, MO
The final approach into Bel-Ridge, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bel-Ridge, MO.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.06 one way
$36.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.83 | $39.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.23 | $44.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.50 | $51.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.13 | $5.54 |
| Efficient EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.17 | $7.39 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bel-Ridge, MO
Night in Bel-Ridge on Tuesday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 20m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Columbia, MO to Bel-Ridge, MO covers 115.5 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway, North Providence Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.7 miles from Columbia, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Columbia, MO to Bel-Ridge, MO is easy. At 2h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles (I 70; US 40 / Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 114.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Columbia, MO to Bel-Ridge, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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