By Car
Driving is the most popular and convenient way to reach Osage Beach, as its centrally located in Missouri:
- From St. Louis: About 2.5 – 3 hours (170 miles) via I-70 W and US-45 W.
- From Kansas City: Around 2.5 – 3 hours (170 miles) via I-70 E and US-65 S.
- From Springfield: About 1.5 hours (85 miles) via MO-5 N and US-54 E.
By Air
- Columbia Regional Airport (COU): Located about 1.5 hours (70 miles) away. Connects to major hubs like, Dallas, Chicago, and Denver.
- Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF): Approximately 1.5 hours (85 miles) away. Offers more flight options and larger airline carriers.
- St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL): About 2.5 – 3 hours (170 miles) away. A major airport with many domestic and international flight options.
- Private Airport/Lee C. Fine Memorial Airport: Located in Osage Beach and accommodates private planes.
By Bus
- Greyhound or Megabus: Can get you to larger cities like Columbia and Springfield. From there, you’d need a rental car.
By Train
- Amtrak: Travel to Jefferson City, MO (the nearest Amtrak station, 50 miles away). From Jefferson City, you’d need a rental car.
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