Origin
Columbia, MO
Late night in Columbia on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, MO to Pierpont, MO
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11m
Distance
6.9 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
★
6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 13m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 12m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 13m
8 PM
0h 10m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pierpont, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
Columbia, MO to Pierpont, MO is 6.9 miles and takes about 11 minutes via North Providence Road and MO 163, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically in Missouri. It’s a quick hop that’s perfect if you just need to get from one point to another without a long commitment. Consider this if you're looking for a straightforward journey with minimal time on the road.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Providence Road | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| MO 163 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
North Providence Road
— 4.3 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, MO and Pierpont, MO.
1
Start on MO 163
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
North Providence Road
2
Turn left onto MO 163
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
MO 163
3
Arrive at destination
MO 163
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 4.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
MO 163
Turn left onto MO 163
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.08 one way
$2.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.18 | $2.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.33 | $2.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.52 | $3.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Pierpont, MO
Late night in Pierpont on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
9 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
11m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 38% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches of North Providence Road, including one segment that lasts for 4.3 miles without interruption. The profile suggests a blend of driving conditions, so be prepared for potential changes in road type and speed limits as you progress. It's not an all-highway cruise, nor is it a purely backroad adventure.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
3 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.3 mi on North Providence Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in near MO 163.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Columbia, MO to Pierpont, MO is easy. At 11m with 38% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 4.3 miles (MO 163): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Columbia, MO
Full guide →Columbia is a bustling college town in Missouri, halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City. It is home of the University of Missouri (also known as 'Mizzou') as well as two other post-secondary institutions Stephens College and Columbia College.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 11m. Total distance: 6.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.3 miles on North Providence Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 4.3 miles (MO 163): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pierpont, MO before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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