Columbus, Indiana to Manhattan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Indiana from Manhattan?

The distance from Columbus, Indiana to Manhattan is 570 miles (917.3 km) as the crow flies. Manhattan is located W of Columbus, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 684 miles, taking about 13h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Indiana in Indiana and Manhattan 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 Columbus, Indiana and Manhattan. 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.