Bloomington, Indiana to Columbia, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bloomington, Indiana from Columbia, Missouri?

The distance from Bloomington, Indiana to Columbia, Missouri is 311.9 miles (501.9 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, Missouri is located W of Bloomington, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 374.3 miles, taking about 7h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Indiana in Indiana and Columbia, Missouri in Missouri.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bloomington, Indiana and Columbia, Missouri. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.