Columbus, Ohio to Killeen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1026.9 miles 1652.6 km · straight line
1193.4 miles actual route 1920.6 km · driving distance
21h 30min estimated drive time
$115 - $141 estimated fuel cost
~2h 34min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Killeen?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Killeen is 1026.9 miles (1652.6 km) as the crow flies. Killeen is located WSW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1193.4 miles, taking about 21h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 34min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Killeen in Texas.

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 Killeen. 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 Killeen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 30min $115 - $141 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 48min $95–$179* Budget
Train ~27h 57min $143–$418* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Killeen

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Killeen
31.12°N, 97.73°W
America/Chicago
252m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 342 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM