Columbus, Ohio to Harrisonburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

244.5 miles 393.5 km · straight line
335.7 miles actual route 540.2 km · driving distance
7h 18min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
114° ESE bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Harrisonburg?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Harrisonburg is 244.5 miles (393.5 km) as the crow flies. Harrisonburg is located ESE of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 335.7 miles, taking about 7h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Harrisonburg in Virginia.

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 Harrisonburg. 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 Harrisonburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 18min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 46min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 56min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Harrisonburg

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Harrisonburg
38.45°N, 78.87°W
America/New_York
404m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM