Baltimore to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

342.9 miles 551.9 km · straight line
402.4 miles actual route 647.6 km · driving distance
7h 53min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Columbus, Ohio?

The distance from Baltimore to Columbus, Ohio is 342.9 miles (551.9 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located W of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 402.4 miles, taking about 7h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Columbus, Ohio in Ohio.

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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Columbus, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 53min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 28min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 29min $48–$141* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Columbus, Ohio

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 114 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 72.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM