Badlands to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Badlands from Columbus, Ohio?
The distance from Badlands to Columbus, Ohio is 1027.6 miles (1653.7 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located E of Badlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1238.8 miles, taking about 22h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 34min. Both are located in United States — Badlands in South Dakota and Columbus, Ohio in Ohio.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Badlands 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 Badlands to Columbus, Ohio
Suggested Stops Between Badlands & Columbus, Ohio
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 343 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
- You could travel this distance about 24.2 times to circle the Earth's equator