Charleston, South Carolina to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Columbus, Ohio?
The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Columbus, Ohio is 524.8 miles (844.6 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located NNW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 631.1 miles, taking about 12h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina 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 Charleston, South Carolina 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 Charleston, South Carolina to Columbus, Ohio
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 175 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
- You could travel this distance about 47.4 times to circle the Earth's equator