How far is La Plata, MO from Columbia, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between La Plata and Columbia is 74.52 miles (119.93 km).
Flight distance from La Plata, MO to Columbia, MO is 74.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from La Plata to Columbia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from La Plata, Missouri to Columbia, Missouri is: 78.46 miles (126.28 km) by car.
Driving from La Plata to Columbia will take approximately 01 hours 21 minutes.
#1 La Plata
City in Macon County, Missouri
| Population | 1303 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°1'24"N 92°29'30"W |
| Latitude | 40.0233700 |
| Longitude | -92.4915800 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia
The most populous city in the state of Missouri. It is located on the Missouri River in central Missouri. Columbia is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Missouri and the Missouri State Historical Society.
| Population | 124769 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°57'6"N 92°20'3"W |
| Latitude | 38.9517100 |
| Longitude | -92.3340700 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Columbia: North Providence Road (-92.33414,38.951711)
Estimated Travel Time Between La Plata and Columbia
The distance between La Plata and Columbia is 126 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 24 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between La Plata and Columbia. The current time is 09:06:46.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.48 liters (2.77 gallon) of gas to cover the route between La Plata and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from La Plata to Columbia is $8.87 (diesel $12.25).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $8.87 | $9.79 | $10.69 | $12.25 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between La Plata and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from New York, MO to La Plata 102.97 miles (166 km)
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to La Plata 188.23 miles (303 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to La Plata 165.35 miles (266 km)
