Columbus, Georgia to Jacksonville, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

245.4 miles 395 km · straight line
283.1 miles actual route 455.6 km · driving distance
5h 43min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
126° SE bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Georgia from Jacksonville, Florida?

The distance from Columbus, Georgia to Jacksonville, Florida is 245.4 miles (395 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Florida is located SE of Columbus, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283.1 miles, taking about 5h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Georgia in Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida in Florida.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida. 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 Jacksonville, Florida

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 43min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 52min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 26min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Georgia & Jacksonville, Florida

Quick Facts

Columbus, Georgia
32.46°N, 84.99°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM