Akron to Columbia, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

590.5 miles 950.3 km · straight line
708.6 miles estimated 1140.4 km · driving distance
14h 15min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Columbia, Missouri?

The distance from Akron to Columbia, Missouri is 590.5 miles (950.3 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, Missouri is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 708.6 miles, taking about 14h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Columbia, Missouri in Missouri.

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 Akron 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.

How to Get from Akron to Columbia, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 15min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 6min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~18h 32min $85–$248* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Columbia, Missouri

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 197 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients