Atlanta to Columbia, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

198.1 miles 318.8 km · straight line
263.9 miles actual route 424.7 km · driving distance
4h 57min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
311° NW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Columbia, Tennessee?

The distance from Atlanta to Columbia, Tennessee is 198.1 miles (318.8 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, Tennessee is located NW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 263.9 miles, taking about 4h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Columbia, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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. 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 Atlanta and Columbia, Tennessee. 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 Atlanta to Columbia, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 57min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 56min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~4h 42min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Columbia, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Columbia, Tennessee
35.62°N, 87.04°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM