Columbus, Ohio to Montreal: Road Trip Guide & Distance

612.2 miles 985.2 km · straight line
708.1 miles actual route 1139.6 km · driving distance
13h 49min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
48° NE bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Montreal?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Montreal is 612.2 miles (985.2 km) as the crow flies. Montreal is located NE of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 708.1 miles, taking about 13h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Columbus, Ohio is in Ohio, United States, while Montreal is in Quebec, Canada.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 49min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 35min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~17h 58min $85–$248* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Montreal

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 204 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM