Columbus, Ohio to Topeka: Road Trip Guide & Distance

678.3 miles 1091.6 km · straight line
721.1 miles actual route 1160.5 km · driving distance
13h 34min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 52min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Topeka?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Topeka is 678.3 miles (1091.6 km) as the crow flies. Topeka is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 721.1 miles, taking about 13h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Topeka in Kansas.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 34min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 17min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~17h 38min $87–$252* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Topeka

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Topeka
39.05°N, 95.68°W
America/Chicago
288m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 226 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 57 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM