Columbus, Ohio to Danville, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

245.2 miles 394.6 km · straight line
261.7 miles actual route 421.2 km · driving distance
5h 6min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Danville, Illinois?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Danville, Illinois is 245.2 miles (394.6 km) as the crow flies. Danville, Illinois is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.7 miles, taking about 5h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Danville, Illinois in Illinois.

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 Danville, Illinois. 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 Danville, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 6min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 7min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 51min $31–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Danville, Illinois

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Danville, Illinois
40.12°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
183m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM