Columbus, Ohio to Redwood: Road Trip Guide & Distance

2133.2 miles 3433.1 km · straight line
2590.2 miles actual route 4168.6 km · driving distance
46h 35min estimated drive time
$249 - $307 estimated fuel cost
~4h 47min flight time
286° WNW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Redwood?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Redwood is 2133.2 miles (3433.1 km) as the crow flies. Redwood is located WNW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2590.2 miles, taking about 46h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 47min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Redwood in California.

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 Redwood. 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 Redwood

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 46h 35min $249 - $307 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~55h 54min $207–$389* Budget
Train ~60h 34min $311–$907* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Redwood

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Redwood
41.21°N, 124.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
40m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 711 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 178 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 11.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM