Columbus, Mississippi to Temple: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Mississippi from Temple?

The distance from Columbus, Mississippi to Temple is 546.2 miles (879 km) as the crow flies. Temple is located WSW of Columbus, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 655.4 miles, taking about 13h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Mississippi in Mississippi and Temple in Texas.

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, Mississippi and Temple. 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.