This 121.9-mile journey from Columbia, MO to Riverview, MO takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and I-270, with a small portion on the Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway. With a projected fuel cost of $19, this route offers an economical way to travel within the Midwest. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local feel rather than a straight, fast-paced interstate experience. It’s a manageable distance that allows for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.9 miles from Columbia, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
103.1 mi
2h 2m
I 270
10.8 mi
13m
Sheriff Roger I. Wilson Memorial Highway
1.9 mi
2m
Chambers Road
1.6 mi
3m
North Providence Road
1.2 mi
2m
Lewis and Clark Boulevard
1 mi
1m
Highway Patrol Sgt. Benjamin Booth Memorial Highway
0.5 mi
<1m
Diamond Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 103.1 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, MO and Riverview, 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
103 mi·2 hr 2 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·12 sec
Exit 232Toward I 270: Chicago, MemphisUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·36 sec
Toward I 270 North: ChicagoUse the slight left lane.
8
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·18 sec·this road
Exit 232Toward I 270 North: Chicago
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
Toward I 270 North: ChicagoUse the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 270
11 mi·13 min·I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
473 ft·9 sec
Exit 31AToward MO 367 South, MO 367 North: Saint LouisUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·25 sec
Exit 31AToward MO 367 South: Saint LouisUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto MO 367
1.0 mi·1 min·Lewis and Clark Boulevard
14
Turn straight
0.1 mi·26 sec
15
Turn left onto Chambers Road
1.6 mi·3 min·Chambers Road
16
Turn right onto Diamond Drive
133 ft·8 sec·Diamond Drive
17
Turn right
140 ft·10 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 29 minute duration, this route is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Aim to leave in the morning to maximize your daylight hours. With no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the 103.1-mile mark on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway where the longest stretch occurs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated cost is $19, but it's always wise to top off before embarking on a journey with frequent directional changes. Be prepared for the 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive and adjust your speed accordingly.
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 60.9 miles from Columbia, MO, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.1 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 27 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.9 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Riverview, 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 121.9 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Columbia, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 103.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 106.8 and 118.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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106.8 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 232
Toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
7
107 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
8
107.7 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 270 North: Chicago
8
118.7 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward MO 367 South, MO 367 North: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31A
Toward MO 367 South, MO 367 North: Saint Louis
9
118.8 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MO 367 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 31A
Toward MO 367 South: Saint Louis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.06 one way
$38.12 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.92
$41.85
premium
$4.89
$23.46
$46.92
diesel
$5.61
$26.91
$53.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.6
0
$12.80
$5.85
Efficient EV
30.5
0
$10.67
$4.88
EV Truck/SUV
48.8
0
$17.07
$7.80
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Columbia, MO
Morning
in Columbia on Sunday
Local time
6:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
SW 6 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Riverview, MO
Morning
in Riverview on Sunday
Local time
6:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Warrenton, MO
61 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
18 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 29m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gateway Arch National Park
National Park
Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
$19
near mile 121.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 121.9-mile trip. While 9% of the route involves highway travel, the overall profile suggests a more engaging experience with frequent changes in direction. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 103.1 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. This means you'll likely experience a mix of road types, transitioning from potentially faster highway sections to more winding local roads as you get closer to your destination. The drive will likely feel dynamic, requiring your attention to navigate the various turns.
Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 103.1 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 106.8 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 121.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 106.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Riverview, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 121.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 103.1 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Riverview, MO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 106.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway Arch National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Riverview, MO before heading back.
