Columbus, Mississippi to Franklin, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

189.8 miles 305.4 km · straight line
237.2 miles estimated 381.8 km · driving distance
4h 46min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
27° NNE bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Mississippi from Franklin, Tennessee?

The distance from Columbus, Mississippi to Franklin, Tennessee is 189.8 miles (305.4 km) as the crow flies. Franklin, Tennessee is located NNE of Columbus, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 237.2 miles, taking about 4h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Mississippi in Mississippi and Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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. 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, Mississippi and Franklin, Tennessee. 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, Mississippi to Franklin, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 46min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 43min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 32min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Mississippi & Franklin, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Columbus, Mississippi
33.50°N, 88.43°W
America/Chicago
66m elevation
Franklin, Tennessee
35.93°N, 86.87°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 131.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients