Allentown to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

398.2 miles 640.8 km · straight line
445.5 miles actual route 716.9 km · driving distance
8h 42min estimated drive time
$43 - $53 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
266° W bearing direction

How far is Allentown from Columbus, Ohio?

The distance from Allentown to Columbus, Ohio is 398.2 miles (640.8 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located W of Allentown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 445.5 miles, taking about 8h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Allentown in Pennsylvania and Columbus, Ohio in Ohio.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Allentown 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 Allentown to Columbus, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 42min $43 - $53 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 26min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~8h 16min $53–$156* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Allentown & Columbus, Ohio

Quick Facts

Allentown
40.61°N, 75.49°W
America/New_York
103m 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 133 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 62.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM