Origin
Columbia, MO
Evening in Columbia on Thursday
Local time
5:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, MO to Mount Pleasant, MO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
57.1 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Pleasant, MO
Theodore Nguyen
Trip Overview
The drive from Columbia, MO to Mount Pleasant, MO covers 57.1 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 63, US 54, East Stadium Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.1 miles on US 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 57.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 10m highway drive covering 57.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 63 and US 54. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.1 miles on US 63.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 63 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 63 and US 54. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Columbia, MO to Mount Pleasant, MO is easy. At 1h 10m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (US 63): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard
Turn left onto MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
Navigation decision point
Toward US 63 South: Jefferson City
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
4
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
Oakwood Road
Turn right onto Oakwood Road
Navigation decision point
4
56.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
Old 54
Turn right onto Old 54
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 63 | 32.1 mi | 35m |
| US 54 | 20.4 mi | 23m |
| East Stadium Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| North Providence Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Oakwood Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Doyle Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Old 54 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Storage Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 63
— 32.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, MO and Mount Pleasant, 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
20 mi
·
23 min
·
US 54
7
Turn left onto County Road 54-66
169 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Road 54-66
8
Continue on Storage Road
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Storage Road
9
Turn right onto Oakwood Road
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Oakwood Road
10
Continue on Oakwood Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Oakwood Road
11
Turn right onto Old 54
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Old 54
12
Continue on Doyle Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Doyle Road
13
Arrive at destination
Doyle Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.6 mi from Columbia, MO · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Columbia, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mount Pleasant, MO
The final approach into Mount Pleasant, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.93 one way
$17.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.80 | $19.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.99 | $21.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.61 | $25.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Mount Pleasant, MO
Evening in Mount Pleasant on Thursday
Local time
5:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 10m 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 Mount Pleasant, MO covers 57.1 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 63, US 54, East Stadium Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.6 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 $8.93 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 Mount Pleasant, MO is easy. At 1h 10m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (MO 740 / East Stadium Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (US 63): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Columbia, MO to Mount Pleasant, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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