Columbia, Tennessee to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, Tennessee from Ruston?

The distance from Columbia, Tennessee to Ruston is 385.2 miles (619.9 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located WSW of Columbia, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 462.2 miles, taking about 9h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Tennessee in Tennessee and Ruston in Louisiana.

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, Tennessee and Ruston. 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.