Bridgeport to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

521.4 miles 839.1 km · straight line
615.8 miles actual route 991 km · driving distance
11h 47min estimated drive time
$59 - $73 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Bridgeport from Columbus, Ohio?

The distance from Bridgeport to Columbus, Ohio is 521.4 miles (839.1 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located W of Bridgeport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 615.8 miles, taking about 11h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Bridgeport in Connecticut 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. 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 Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport to Columbus, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 47min $59 - $73 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 8min $49–$92* Budget
Train ~15h 19min $74–$216* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgeport & Columbus, Ohio

Quick Facts

Bridgeport
41.18°N, 73.19°W
America/New_York
1m 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 174 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM