Trip from Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are US 54, US 63, Horseshoe Bend Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 38.8 miles from Four Seasons, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.15 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO?

The route from Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 37m

Distance

77.7 mi

125 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

16 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min

4 AM

1h 30m ★

6 AM

1h 37m

8 AM

1h 52m

10 AM

1h 42m

12 PM

1h 41m

3 PM

1h 43m

5 PM

1h 51m

8 PM

1h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO covers 77.7 miles and takes about 1h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 54, US 63, Horseshoe Bend Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.1 miles on US 54. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.16 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.

Midpoint

38.8 miles from Four Seasons, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 77.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 37m highway drive covering 77.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 54 and US 63. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.1 miles on US 54.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 54 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 54 and US 63. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cherokee Road.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO is easy. At 1h 37m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cherokee Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (MO HH / Horseshoe Bend Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (US 54 Business / Bagnell Dam Boulevard): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Cherokee Road

Turn right onto Cherokee Road

Navigation decision point

5

0.5 mi into trip | ~2m in | MO HH / Horseshoe Bend Parkway

Turn left onto MO HH / Horseshoe Bend Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

4

4.4 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 54 Business / Bagnell Dam Boulevard

Turn left onto US 54 Business / Bagnell Dam Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5

6.8 mi into trip | ~15m in

Enter roundabout

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4

48.1 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in | US 63

Take the exit onto US 63 toward US 63 North: Columbia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 63 North: Columbia

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 54	41.1 mi	46m
US 63	26.1 mi	28m
Horseshoe Bend Parkway	3.9 mi	6m
East Stadium Boulevard	2.3 mi	3m
Bagnell Dam Boulevard	2.2 mi	5m
South Providence Road	1 mi	2m
Cherokee Road	0.4 mi	1m
Willmore Lane	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 54 — 41.1 mi, about 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Four Seasons, MO and Columbia, MO.

1

Start on Spirea Point

0.1 mi · 35 sec · Spirea Point

2

Turn right onto Cherokee Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Cherokee Road

3

Turn left onto MO HH

3.9 mi · 6 min · Horseshoe Bend Parkway

Use the straight / right lanes.

4

Turn left onto US 54 Business

2.2 mi · 5 min · Bagnell Dam Boulevard

5

Continue on Willmore Lane

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Willmore Lane

6

Enter roundabout

229 ft · 4 sec

7

Continue

0.1 mi · 18 sec

8

Merge onto US 54

13 mi · 14 min · US 54

9

Turn straight onto US 54

28 mi · 32 min · US 54

10

Take the exit onto US 63

26 mi · 28 min · US 63

Toward US 63 North: Columbia

11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Toward MO 740

12

Turn left onto MO 740

2.3 mi · 3 min · East Stadium Boulevard

13

Turn right onto MO 163

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Providence Road

14

Arrive at destination

MO 163

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 38.8 miles from Four Seasons, MO, or about 51m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.1 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 17 miles or 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38.8 miles or 51m 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 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbia, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Four Seasons, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Four Seasons, MO

This is one driving day of about 77.7 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Four Seasons, MO.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on US 54 for about 41.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38.8 mi from Four Seasons, MO · 51m into the drive

capital city of Missouri, United States and county seat of Cole County

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jefferson City, MO

39 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.

Popular next leg

Jefferson City, MO to Columbia, MO

31.9 mi · 39m

Pacing Suggestions

Eldon, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jefferson City, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.8 miles from Four Seasons, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Columbia, MO

The final approach into Columbia, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cajun Crab House Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia, Missouri

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 77.7

Hours: 3–8 pm

+15732346277

Visit website

Cajun Crab House Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 77.7

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: 3–8 pm

+15732346277

Visit website

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 77.7

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 77.7

Columbia, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 44.4

Jefferson City, Missouri

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.16 one way

$24.33 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$13.35	$26.71
premium	$4.89	$14.97	$29.94
diesel	$5.61	$17.18	$34.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Jefferson City, MO

Tesla

16 DCFC

Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger

Columbia, MO

Tesla

12 DCFC

Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger

Osage Beach, MO

Tesla

8 DCFC

The Holiday Inn - Columbia East - Tesla Supercharger

Columbia, MO

Tesla

8 DCFC

Bandana's BBQ - Tesla Supercharger

Columbia, MO

Tesla

8 DCFC

Columbia, MO

RIVIAN_ADVENTURE

6 DCFC

Dierbergs Markets - Lakeview Pointe

Osage Beach, MO

NOODOE

4 DCFC

Joe Machens Capital City Ford

Jefferson City, MO

SYNERGEV

4 DCFC

Tesla: 5 ChargePoint Network: 5 EV Connect: 3 NOODOE: 1 SYNERGEV: 1 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	23.3	$8.16	$3.73
Efficient EV	19.4	$6.80	$3.11
EV Truck/SUV	31.1	$10.88	$4.97

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (67% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Four Seasons, MO

Night in Four Seasons on Thursday

Local time

9:03 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Columbia, MO

Night in Columbia on Thursday

Local time

9:03 PM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Sunny

S 6 mph 3% chance 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

25 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 37m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO covers 77.7 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 54, US 63, Horseshoe Bend Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 38.8 miles from Four Seasons, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.15 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 Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO is easy. At 1h 37m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cherokee Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (MO HH / Horseshoe Bend Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (US 54 Business / Bagnell Dam Boulevard): Navigation decision point.

The route from Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Four Seasons, MO to Columbia, MO

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Columbia, MO

Nearby Places

Cajun Crab House Seafood Restaurant

Cajun Crab House Seafood Restaurant

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Rivian Adventure Network

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Four Seasons, MO

Columbia, MO

Same local time

25 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 37m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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