Albany, New York to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

514.1 miles 827.4 km · straight line
609.5 miles actual route 980.9 km · driving distance
11h 43min estimated drive time
$59 - $72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 32min flight time
252° WSW bearing direction

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 43min $59 - $72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 4min $49–$91* Budget
Train ~15h 14min $73–$213* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Columbus, Ohio

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
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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
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM