Columbus, Ohio to Frederick: Road Trip Guide & Distance

299.5 miles 482 km · straight line
352.7 miles actual route 567.6 km · driving distance
6h 54min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
95° E bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Frederick?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Frederick is 299.5 miles (482 km) as the crow flies. Frederick is located E of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 352.7 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Frederick in Maryland.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 54min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 17min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 33min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Frederick

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM