Columbia, Missouri to Fort Worth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

511.3 miles 822.8 km · straight line
623.1 miles actual route 1002.8 km · driving distance
11h 23min estimated drive time
$60 - $74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 32min flight time
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Fort Worth?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Fort Worth is 511.3 miles (822.8 km) as the crow flies. Fort Worth is located SW of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 623.1 miles, taking about 11h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri and Fort Worth in Texas.

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. 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 Columbia, Missouri and Fort Worth. 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 Columbia, Missouri to Fort Worth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 23min $60 - $74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 40min $50–$93* Budget
Train ~14h 48min $75–$218* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Missouri & Fort Worth

Quick Facts

Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Fort Worth
32.76°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 170 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 48.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM