Columbia, Tennessee to Emporia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, Tennessee from Emporia?

The distance from Columbia, Tennessee to Emporia is 539.8 miles (868.8 km) as the crow flies. Emporia is located WNW of Columbia, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 647.8 miles, taking about 13h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Tennessee in Tennessee and Emporia in Kansas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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, Tennessee and Emporia. 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.