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

70 miles 112.7 km · straight line
87.6 miles estimated 140.9 km · driving distance
1h 46min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Indiana from Richmond, Indiana?

The distance from Columbus, Indiana to Richmond, Indiana is 70 miles (112.7 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Indiana is located NE of Columbus, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 87.6 miles, taking about 1h 46min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 46min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 7min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 41min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Indiana & Richmond, Indiana

Quick Facts

Columbus, Indiana
39.20°N, 85.92°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
192m elevation
Richmond, Indiana
39.83°N, 84.89°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
299m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 355.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients