Columbus, Georgia to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

641.6 miles 1032.5 km · straight line
721.5 miles actual route 1161.2 km · driving distance
13h 17min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 47min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Georgia from Houston?

The distance from Columbus, Georgia to Houston is 641.6 miles (1032.5 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located WSW of Columbus, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 721.5 miles, taking about 13h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Georgia in Georgia and Houston in Texas.

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 Columbus, Georgia and Houston. 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.

How to Get from Columbus, Georgia to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 17min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 56min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~17h 16min $87–$253* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Georgia & Houston

Quick Facts

Columbus, Georgia
32.46°N, 84.99°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 214 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM