Columbia, South Carolina to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Columbus, Ohio?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Columbus, Ohio is 425.8 miles (685.3 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located NNW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 516 miles, taking about 10h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Columbus, Ohio in Ohio.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Columbia, 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.