Arlington Heights to Columbus, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.8 miles 365 km · straight line
283.5 miles estimated 456.3 km · driving distance
5h 42min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
151° SSE bearing direction

How far is Arlington Heights from Columbus, Indiana?

The distance from Arlington Heights to Columbus, Indiana is 226.8 miles (365 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Indiana is located SSE of Arlington Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283.5 miles, taking about 5h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Arlington Heights in Illinois and Columbus, Indiana in Indiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arlington Heights and Columbus, Indiana. 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 Arlington Heights to Columbus, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 42min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 50min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 25min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington Heights & Columbus, Indiana

Quick Facts

Arlington Heights
42.09°N, 87.98°W
America/Chicago
214m elevation
Columbus, Indiana
39.20°N, 85.92°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients