Cincinnati to Columbia, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

277.9 miles 447.3 km · straight line
347.4 miles estimated 559.1 km · driving distance
6h 59min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Cincinnati from Columbia, Tennessee?

The distance from Cincinnati to Columbia, Tennessee is 277.9 miles (447.3 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, Tennessee is located SSW of Cincinnati. By car, the driving distance is approximately 347.4 miles, taking about 6h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Cincinnati in Ohio and Columbia, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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. 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 Cincinnati and Columbia, Tennessee. 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 Cincinnati to Columbia, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 59min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 23min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 38min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cincinnati & Columbia, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Cincinnati
39.10°N, 84.51°W
America/New_York
267m elevation
Columbia, Tennessee
35.62°N, 87.04°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients