Columbus, Ohio to Lebanon, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

73.6 miles 118.5 km · straight line
80.4 miles actual route 129.4 km · driving distance
1h 38min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Lebanon, Ohio?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Lebanon, Ohio is 73.6 miles (118.5 km) as the crow flies. Lebanon, Ohio is located WSW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 80.4 miles, taking about 1h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 38min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 58min $6–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 33min $10–$28* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Lebanon, Ohio

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Lebanon, Ohio
39.44°N, 84.20°W
America/New_York
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 338.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM