Columbia, Missouri to Mankato: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Mankato?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Mankato is 370 miles (595.5 km) as the crow flies. Mankato is located NNW of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 444 miles, taking about 8h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri and Mankato in Minnesota.

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 Columbia, Missouri and Mankato. 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.