Columbus, Ohio to Great Smoky Mountains: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Great Smoky Mountains?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Great Smoky Mountains is 301.7 miles (485.5 km) as the crow flies. Great Smoky Mountains is located S of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 404.6 miles, taking about 8h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Ohio and Great Smoky Mountains. 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.