Columbus, Ohio to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbus, Ohio from Phoenix?
The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Phoenix is 1664 miles (2677.9 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1875.6 miles, taking about 33h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 51min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Phoenix in Arizona.
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 Phoenix. 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 Phoenix
Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Phoenix
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 555 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 139 hours
- You could travel this distance about 15 times to circle the Earth's equator