Columbus, OH

Ohio

25
Destinations

Columbus, OH is a gateway to great road trips in 25 driving routes available. Browse 25 routes with drive times, distances, and gas costs.

Driving Times from Columbus, OH

25 destinations

Medium Trips — 4

Charleston, WV
173 miles
3h 8min
Frankfort, KY
205 miles
3h 43min
Harrisburg, PA
420 miles
7h 38min
Indianapolis, IN
218 miles
3h 57min

Long Distance — 21

Albany, NY
668 miles
12h 8min
Annapolis, MD
459 miles
8h 20min
Atlanta, GA
566 miles
10h 17min
Augusta, ME
961 miles
17h 28min
Austin, TX
1386 miles
25h 11min
Baton Rouge, LA
1043 miles
18h 57min
Bismarck, ND
1309 miles
23h 48min
Boise, ID
2232 miles
40h 34min
Boston, MA
834 miles
15h 9min
Carson City, NV
2529 miles
45h 58min
Cheyenne, WY
1489 miles
27h 4min
Columbia, SC
553 miles
10h 3min
Concord, NH
822 miles
14h 56min
Denver, CO
1512 miles
27h 29min
Des Moines, IA
736 miles
13h 22min
Dover, DE
522 miles
9h 29min
Hartford, CT
719 miles
13h 4min
Helena, MT
1977 miles
35h 56min
Jackson, MS
862 miles
15h 40min
Jefferson City, MO
649 miles
11h 48min
Juneau, AK
3332 miles
60h 34min

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Columbus, OH from Albany, NY?
Columbus, OH is approximately 173 miles from Charleston, WV, taking around 3h 8m.
What cities are within 3 hours of Columbus, OH?
There are 0 cities within 3 hours, including nearby cities.
How many routes from Columbus, OH?
Columbus, OH has 25 routes in our database.

How Far Is Columbus, OH from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Columbus, OH to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Cincinnati, roughly 120 miles away by road.

Cincinnati~120 mi · 2h
Cleveland~150 mi · 2h 30m
Pittsburgh~195 mi · 3h 15m
Detroit~195 mi · 3h 15m
Indianapolis~200 mi · 3h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Columbus, OH

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Columbus, OH by road:

Columbus (CMH)~5 mi · 15 min
Cincinnati (CVG)~130 mi · 2h 15m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Columbus, OH: What to Know

As a Ohio starting point, Columbus, OH gives drivers straightforward access to the Midwest's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-95, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Explore Routes from Columbus OH

From Columbus OH, you can drive to 27 different cities and attractions across the US. This page lists every available route sorted by distance, making it easy to find both nearby getaways and faraway adventures. Each destination card shows the driving distance and estimated travel time at a glance. Click through to any route for in-depth details on highway options, fuel expenses, rest stop suggestions, and real-time traffic considerations to help you plan the perfect trip.