Columbia, South Carolina to Cookeville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Cookeville?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Cookeville is 293.4 miles (472.2 km) as the crow flies. Cookeville is located WNW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 366.8 miles, taking about 7h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Cookeville in Tennessee.

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 Cookeville. 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.