Chesterfield to Columbus, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253 miles 407.1 km · straight line
316.2 miles estimated 508.9 km · driving distance
6h 22min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
80° E bearing direction

How far is Chesterfield from Columbus, Indiana?

The distance from Chesterfield to Columbus, Indiana is 253 miles (407.1 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Indiana is located E of Chesterfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.2 miles, taking about 6h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Chesterfield in Missouri and Columbus, Indiana in Indiana.

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 Chesterfield and Columbus, Indiana. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Chesterfield to Columbus, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 22min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 38min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 3min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chesterfield & Columbus, Indiana

Quick Facts

Chesterfield
38.66°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
144m elevation
Columbus, Indiana
39.20°N, 85.92°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients