Origin
Rolla, MO
Morning in Rolla on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rolla, MO to Jefferson City, 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
1h 21m
Distance
62.1 mi
100 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rolla, MO
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Jefferson City, MO
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Trip Overview
Rolla to Jefferson City is 62.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 21 minutes via US 63, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically traversing Missouri for its entirety. Expect a straightforward, highway-focused drive that makes for an easy, same-day journey. The relatively short distance and direct route mean you won't spend much time on the road, making it a convenient option for a quick trip between these two Missouri cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 63 | 47.9 mi | 1h 1m |
| North Bishop Avenue | 13.2 mi | 16m |
| North Pine Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West McCarty Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Wall Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 10th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 63
— 47.9 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rolla, MO and Jefferson City, MO.
1
Start on MO BB
88 ft
·
7 sec
·
West 10th Street
2
Turn right onto North Pine Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pine Street
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63
13 mi
·
16 min
·
North Bishop Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 63; MO 28
48 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
US 63; MO 28
5
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Jefferson Street
6
Turn left onto West McCarty Street
495 ft
·
16 sec
·
West McCarty Street
7
Turn right onto Washington Street
250 ft
·
12 sec
·
Washington Street
8
Turn right onto East Wall Way
341 ft
·
25 sec
·
East Wall Way
9
Arrive at destination
East Wall Way
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Pine Street
Turn right onto North Pine Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue
Turn right onto I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
61.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
Jefferson Street
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
5
62 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
62 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
East Wall Way
Turn right onto East Wall Way
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.71 one way
$19.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Jefferson City, MO
Morning in Jefferson City on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 21m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 77% of your travel occurring on main roads like US 63. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving, with the longest segment covering 47.9 miles on US 63. The character of the drive is largely consistent, offering a practical and efficient way to get from point A to point B without many deviations. It's a route designed for straightforward travel, minimizing complex turns or scenic detours in favor of direct progress.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.9 mi on US 63.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 63 and North Bishop Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Pine Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Rolla, MO to Jefferson City, MO is easy. At 1h 21m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Pine Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 61.7 miles (Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Jefferson City, MO
Full guide →Jefferson City is the capital city of Missouri. In 2013, Jefferson City was named America's "Most Beautiful" Small Town by Rand McNally.
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 1h 21m. Total distance: 62.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.9 miles on US 63. 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Pine Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (I 44 Business; US Historic 66; US 63 / North Bishop Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 61.7 miles (Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jefferson City, 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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