Columbus, Ohio to Lawrence, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

655.7 miles 1055.3 km · straight line
697.6 miles actual route 1122.6 km · driving distance
13h 11min estimated drive time
$67 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 49min flight time
268° W bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Lawrence, Kansas?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Lawrence, Kansas is 655.7 miles (1055.3 km) as the crow flies. Lawrence, Kansas is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 697.6 miles, taking about 13h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 11min $67 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 49min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~17h 8min $84–$244* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Lawrence, Kansas

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Lawrence, Kansas
38.97°N, 95.24°W
America/Chicago
263m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 219 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM