Columbia, South Carolina to Franklin, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Franklin, Tennessee?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Franklin, Tennessee is 356 miles (573 km) as the crow flies. Franklin, Tennessee is located WNW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 427.3 miles, taking about 8h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Franklin, Tennessee 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 Franklin, 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.