Columbus, Ohio to Daytona Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Daytona Beach?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Daytona Beach is 751.2 miles (1208.9 km) as the crow flies. Daytona Beach is located S of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 893.7 miles, taking about 17h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 1min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Daytona Beach in Florida.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Ohio and Daytona Beach. 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.