Columbus, Mississippi to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Mississippi from Houston?

The distance from Columbus, Mississippi to Houston is 482.9 miles (777.2 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located WSW of Columbus, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 594.8 miles, taking about 11h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Mississippi in Mississippi and Houston in Texas.

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, Mississippi and Houston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.