Columbus, Ohio to Springfield, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

43 miles 69.2 km · straight line
45.7 miles actual route 73.5 km · driving distance
56min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
267° W bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Springfield, Ohio?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Springfield, Ohio is 43 miles (69.2 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Ohio is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 45.7 miles, taking about 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 56min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Springfield, Ohio

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Springfield, Ohio
39.92°N, 83.81°W
America/New_York
298m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 579.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM