Iowa City to Jefferson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Iowa City from Jefferson City?

The distance from Iowa City to Jefferson City is 215.8 miles (347.3 km) as the crow flies. Jefferson City is located S of Iowa City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 269.7 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Iowa City in Iowa and Jefferson City in Missouri.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Iowa City and Jefferson City. 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.