Columbus, Ohio to Cookeville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

295.6 miles 475.8 km · straight line
358 miles actual route 576.1 km · driving distance
7h 9min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
208° SSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Cookeville?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Cookeville is 295.6 miles (475.8 km) as the crow flies. Cookeville is located SSW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358 miles, taking about 7h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Cookeville 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. 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, Ohio and Cookeville. 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.

How to Get from Columbus, Ohio to Cookeville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 9min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 35min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 48min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Cookeville

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Cookeville
36.16°N, 85.50°W
America/Chicago
334m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM