Columbus, Ohio to Evansville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

280.6 miles 451.6 km · straight line
325 miles actual route 523.1 km · driving distance
6h 15min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
242° WSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Evansville?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Evansville is 280.6 miles (451.6 km) as the crow flies. Evansville is located WSW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 325 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Evansville in Indiana.

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 Evansville. 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 Evansville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 15min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 30min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~5h 56min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Evansville

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Evansville
37.97°N, 87.56°W
America/Chicago
118m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM