Buffalo Grove to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

299.4 miles 481.9 km · straight line
346 miles actual route 556.8 km · driving distance
7h 27min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
119° ESE bearing direction

How far is Buffalo Grove from Columbus, Ohio?

The distance from Buffalo Grove to Columbus, Ohio is 299.4 miles (481.9 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located ESE of Buffalo Grove. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346 miles, taking about 7h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo Grove 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 Buffalo Grove 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 Buffalo Grove to Columbus, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 27min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 56min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~7h 5min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo Grove & Columbus, Ohio

Quick Facts

Buffalo Grove
42.15°N, 87.96°W
America/Chicago
207m 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 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM