Atlanta to Columbus, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

233 miles 375 km · straight line
260.5 miles actual route 419.3 km · driving distance
4h 59min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
267° W bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Columbus, Mississippi?

The distance from Atlanta to Columbus, Mississippi is 233 miles (375 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Mississippi is located W of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 260.5 miles, taking about 4h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Columbus, Mississippi in Mississippi.

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 Columbus, Mississippi. 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 Columbus, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 59min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 59min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 44min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Columbus, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Columbus, Mississippi
33.50°N, 88.43°W
America/Chicago
66m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM