Albany, New York to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Albany, New York from Columbus, Ohio?
The distance from Albany, New York to Columbus, Ohio is 514.1 miles (827.4 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located WSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 609.5 miles, taking about 11h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Columbus, Ohio in Ohio.
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 Albany, New York and Columbus, Ohio. 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 Albany, New York to Columbus, Ohio
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 171 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
- You could travel this distance about 48.4 times to circle the Earth's equator