The drive from Columbia, MO to Monett, MO covers 210.1 miles and takes about 4h 17m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 44, US 54, US 63 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.5 miles on I 44.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
105 miles from Columbia, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 17m. Total distance: 210.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 4h 17m highway drive covering 210.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 44 and US 54. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.5 miles on I 44.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and US 54. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 17m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (US 63): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1 mi into trip|~2m in|MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard
Turn left onto MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
28.8 mi into trip|~33m in|US 63
Take the exit onto US 63 toward US 54 West, US 63 South: Jefferson City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 54 West, US 63 South: Jefferson City
5
88.2 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward MO 5 South, MO 7 South: Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MO 5 South, MO 7 South: Lebanon
5
114 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 44 West: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 44 West: Springfield
6
172.6 mi into trip|~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward MO MM, MO B
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 70
Toward MO MM, MO B
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Columbia, MO to Monett, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo B along the way.
Mo B
172.6 mi in|~3h 19m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 44
58.5 mi
1h 3m
US 54
52.7 mi
1h
US 63
32.1 mi
35m
US 60
27.3 mi
40m
MO 5
24 mi
29m
MO B
3.9 mi
6m
Farm Road 2240
3 mi
5m
East Stadium Boulevard
2.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 58.5 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, MO and Monett, MO.
1
Start on MO 163
1.0 mi·2 min·North Providence Road
2
Turn left onto MO 740
2.2 mi·3 min·East Stadium Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
4
Merge onto US 63
25 mi·27 min·US 63
5
Take the exit onto US 63
6.6 mi·8 min·US 63
Toward US 54 West, US 63 South: Jefferson City
6
Continue on US 54
53 mi·1 hr·US 54
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward MO 5 South, MO 7 South: Lebanon
8
Merge onto MO 5; MO 7
24 mi·29 min·MO 5; MO 7
9
Turn left onto MO 5; MO 64
1.6 mi·2 min·North Jefferson Avenue
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward I 44 West: Springfield
11
Merge onto I 44
59 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 44
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 70Toward MO MM, MO B
13
Turn left onto MO B; MO MM
3.9 mi·6 min·MO B; MO MM
14
Continue on this road
314 ft·11 sec·this road
15
Turn straight onto US 60; MO 413
9.0 mi·13 min·US 60; MO 413
16
Continue on US 60; MO 14; MO 413
1.2 mi·1 min·Southwest Elm Street
17
Continue on US 60; MO 413
5.3 mi·7 min·US 60; MO 413
18
Continue on US 60; MO 265
13 mi·19 min·US 60; MO 265
19
Turn right onto US 60 Business
3.0 mi·5 min·Farm Road 2240
20
Continue on US 60 Business
1.9 mi·3 min·East Cleveland Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
West Cleveland Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 105 miles from Columbia, MO, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.5 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 46 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monett, 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 210.1 miles and 4h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Columbia, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 44 for about 58.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105 mi from Columbia, MO
· 2h 3m into the drive
The midpoint is around 105 miles from Columbia, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Monett, MO
The final approach into Monett, 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 Monett, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...
5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 181.1
The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 210.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.85 one way
$65.69 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$36.06
$72.13
premium
$4.89
$40.43
$80.86
diesel
$5.61
$46.39
$92.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
42 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Dynamic EVC Charging Station
Republic, Missouri
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Springfield, Missouri
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Springfield, Missouri
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Dynamic Charging Station
Springfield, Missouri
Other
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Columbia, Missouri
Blink
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Columbia, Missouri
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Springfield, Missouri
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Rivian Adventure Network
Columbia, Missouri
Rivian
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 12
Other: 10
Tesla Destination: 6
Blink: 5
Tesla: 5
EV Connect: 2
Rivian: 1
InCharge: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63
0
$22.06
$10.08
Efficient EV
52.5
0
$18.38
$8.40
EV Truck/SUV
84
1
$29.41
$13.45
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Columbia, MO
Morning
in Columbia on Saturday
Local time
9:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Monett, MO
Morning
in Monett on Saturday
Local time
9:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
N 16 mph88% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 2:43AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 2:07AM CDT until April 19 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
58°F
Lebanon, MO
105 mi in
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
30 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
4h 17m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Monett, MO covers 210.1 miles and takes about 4h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 44, US 54, US 63. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105 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 $32.85 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 17m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (US 63): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Columbia, MO to Monett, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Mo B along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
