Columbus, Ohio to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Upper Alton?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Upper Alton is 388.4 miles (625 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 422.5 miles, taking about 7h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Upper Alton in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Upper Alton. 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.