Columbus, Indiana to Lebanon, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

65.4 miles 105.2 km · straight line
81.7 miles estimated 131.5 km · driving distance
1h 39min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Indiana from Lebanon, Indiana?

The distance from Columbus, Indiana to Lebanon, Indiana is 65.4 miles (105.2 km) as the crow flies. Lebanon, Indiana is located NNW of Columbus, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 81.7 miles, taking about 1h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Indiana and Lebanon, Indiana. 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.

How to Get from Columbus, Indiana to Lebanon, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 39min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 59min $7–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 34min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Indiana & Lebanon, Indiana

Quick Facts

Columbus, Indiana
39.20°N, 85.92°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
192m elevation
Lebanon, Indiana
40.05°N, 86.47°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
287m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 380.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients