Columbus, Ohio to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

281.6 miles 453.2 km · straight line
355.2 miles actual route 571.7 km · driving distance
6h 54min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
195° SSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Oak Ridge is 281.6 miles (453.2 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located SSW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 355.2 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Oak Ridge in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Oak Ridge. 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 Oak Ridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 54min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 17min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 33min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Oak Ridge

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Oak Ridge
36.01°N, 84.27°W
America/New_York
259m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM