Columbus, Ohio to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

863.1 miles 1389.1 km · straight line
982.6 miles actual route 1581.3 km · driving distance
18h 3min estimated drive time
$95 - $116 estimated fuel cost
~2h 14min flight time
236° WSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Tyler?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Tyler is 863.1 miles (1389.1 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located WSW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 982.6 miles, taking about 18h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 14min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Tyler in Texas.

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 Tyler. 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 Tyler

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 3min $95 - $116 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 40min $79–$147* Budget
Train ~23h 28min $118–$344* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Tyler

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Tyler
32.35°N, 95.30°W
America/Chicago
164m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 288 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 72 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM