Bloomington, Illinois to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

318.3 miles 512.2 km · straight line
343.9 miles actual route 553.4 km · driving distance
6h 38min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
95° E bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Columbus, Ohio?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Columbus, Ohio is 318.3 miles (512.2 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located E of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 343.9 miles, taking about 6h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Illinois in Illinois and Columbus, Ohio in Ohio.

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 Bloomington, Illinois 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 Bloomington, Illinois to Columbus, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 38min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 58min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 18min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Illinois & Columbus, Ohio

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m 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 106 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 78.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM