Columbus, Indiana to Rolla: Road Trip Guide & Distance

327.5 miles 527.1 km · straight line
393 miles estimated 632.5 km · driving distance
7h 54min estimated drive time
$38 - $47 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Indiana from Rolla?

The distance from Columbus, Indiana to Rolla is 327.5 miles (527.1 km) as the crow flies. Rolla is located WSW of Columbus, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 393 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Indiana in Indiana and Rolla in Missouri.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Rolla. 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 Rolla

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 54min $38 - $47 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 29min $31–$59* Budget
Train ~7h 30min $47–$138* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Indiana & Rolla

Quick Facts

Columbus, Indiana
39.20°N, 85.92°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
192m elevation
Rolla
37.95°N, 91.77°W
America/Chicago
342m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 109 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 76 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients