Columbus, Ohio to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1153.8 miles 1856.8 km · straight line
1241.6 miles actual route 1998.1 km · driving distance
22h 30min estimated drive time
$119 - $147 estimated fuel cost
~2h 49min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Parker?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Parker is 1153.8 miles (1856.8 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1241.6 miles, taking about 22h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 49min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Parker in Colorado.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 30min $119 - $147 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 0min $99–$186* Budget
Train ~29h 15min $149–$435* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Parker

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Parker
39.52°N, 104.76°W
America/Denver
1789m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 385 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 96 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 21.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM