Columbus, Ohio to Lynchburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbus, Ohio from Lynchburg?
The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Lynchburg is 272.4 miles (438.4 km) as the crow flies. Lynchburg is located SE of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 389.3 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Lynchburg in Virginia.
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. 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 Lynchburg. 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 Lynchburg
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
- You could travel this distance about 91.4 times to circle the Earth's equator