Arlington Heights to Columbia, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Arlington Heights from Columbia, Missouri?

The distance from Arlington Heights to Columbia, Missouri is 315 miles (506.9 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, Missouri is located SW of Arlington Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 378 miles, taking about 7h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Arlington Heights in Illinois and Columbia, Missouri in Missouri.

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 Arlington Heights 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.