Albuquerque to Columbia, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

832.7 miles 1340.1 km · straight line
912.7 miles actual route 1468.9 km · driving distance
16h 47min estimated drive time
$88 - $108 estimated fuel cost
~2h 11min flight time
67° ENE bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Columbia, Missouri?

The distance from Albuquerque to Columbia, Missouri is 832.7 miles (1340.1 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, Missouri is located ENE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 912.7 miles, taking about 16h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 11min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Columbia, Missouri in Missouri.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Columbia, Missouri. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albuquerque to Columbia, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 47min $88 - $108 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 8min $73–$137* Budget
Train ~21h 49min $110–$319* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Columbia, Missouri

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 278 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 69 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM