Columbus, Ohio to Grand Junction: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbus, Ohio from Grand Junction?
The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Grand Junction is 1358.8 miles (2186.8 km) as the crow flies. Grand Junction is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1503.2 miles, taking about 27h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 14min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Grand Junction in Colorado.
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. 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. 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 Grand Junction. 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 Grand Junction
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 453 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 113 hours
- You could travel this distance about 18.3 times to circle the Earth's equator