Distance from Austin to Columbia by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Austin (TX) to Columbia (MO) is 673 miles or 1082 kilometers or 584 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Austin to Columbia is 775 miles (1248 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 102 miles or 166 km.

Flight distance from Austin, TX to Columbia, MO in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Austin and Columbia is 673 miles or 1082 km.
The nearest airport to Austin, is Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and the nearest airport to Columbia, is St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL).

What is the average flight time from Austin to Columbia?

Flight time from Austin, TX to Columbia, MO is 1 hours 32 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Austin to Columbia Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Austin, TX and Columbia, MO
This map shows the distance from Austin, TX, Usa to Columbia, MO, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Austin, Texas to Columbia, Missouri is displayed below.

Driving distance from Austin, TX to Columbia, MO

The driving distance from Austin, Texas to Columbia, Missouri is 775 miles or 1248 km.
The total driving distance from Austin, TX to Columbia, MO is 775 miles or 1248 kilometers. Your trip begins in Austin, Texas. It ends in Columbia, Missouri.
The driving distance from Austin, Texas to Columbia, Missouri is approximately 775 miles (1248 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 14 to 15 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Austin, TX to Columbia, MO

How long is the drive from Austin, TX to Columbia, MO?
The total driving time is 14 hours, 26 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Austin to Columbia take?
Austin and Columbia are 14 hours 26 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Austin and Columbia

Time difference between Austin (TX) and Columbia (MO) is 2 Hours.
Columbia time is 2 Hours ahead of Austin.

Current local time in AustinCurrent local time in Columbia
2025-12-19, 04:15:45 MST2025-12-19, 06:15:45 EST
How Far is it Between Austin Texas, USA and Columbia Missouri, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Austin, TX and Columbia, MO in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 775 mi 1248 km 673.01 nmi
Straight line distance 673 mi 1082 km 584 nmi
Difference 102 mi 166 km 89 nmi

Austin Details

Austin is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 30° 18' 4.2'' Longitude: W 97° 45' 9.7''
Latitude30.30116
Longitude-97.7527
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Austin

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Columbia Details

Columbia is located in Missouri, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 38° 57' 6.2'' Longitude: W 92° 20' 2.7''
Latitude38.95171
Longitude-92.33407
StateMissouri
Nearest airports to Columbia

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Austin, TX and Columbia, MO
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 26 hours 0 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 19 hours 30 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 17 hours 20 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 15 hours 36 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 14 hours 10 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 13 hours 0 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 12 hours 0 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 11 hours 8 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 10 hours 24 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 9 hours 45 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 9 hours 10 minutes