Distance from Austin to Columbus by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Austin (TX) to Columbus (OH) is 1067 miles or 1718 kilometers or 927 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Austin to Columbus is 1238 miles (1993 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 171 miles or 275 km.

Flight distance from Austin, TX to Columbus, OH in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Austin and Columbus is 1067 miles or 1718 km.
The nearest airport to Austin, is Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and the nearest airport to Columbus, is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

What is the average flight time from Austin to Columbus?

Flight time from Austin, TX to Columbus, OH is 2 hours 27 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Austin to Columbus Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Austin, TX to Columbus, OH

The driving distance from Austin, Texas to Columbus, Ohio is 1238 miles or 1993 km.
The total driving distance from Austin, TX to Columbus, OH is 1238 miles or 1993 kilometers. Your trip begins in Austin, Texas. It ends in Columbus, Ohio.
The driving distance from Austin, Texas to Columbus, Ohio is approximately 1238 miles (1993 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 22 to 23 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Austin, TX to Columbus, OH

How long is the drive from Austin, TX to Columbus, OH?
The total driving time is 22 hours, 25 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Austin to Columbus take?
Austin and Columbus are 22 hours 25 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 Columbus

Time difference between Austin (TX) and Columbus (OH) is 2 Hours.
Columbus time is 2 Hours ahead of Austin.

Current local time in AustinCurrent local time in Columbus
2025-12-18, 09:42:32 MST2025-12-18, 11:42:32 EST
How Far is it Between Austin Texas, USA and Columbus Ohio, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1238 mi 1993 km 1075.08 nmi
Straight line distance 1067 mi 1718 km 927 nmi
Difference 171 mi 275 km 148 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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Columbus Details

Columbus is located in Ohio, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 59' 6.9'' Longitude: W 82° 59' 5.2''
Latitude39.98524
Longitude-82.98477
StateOhio
Nearest airports to Columbus

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Austin, TX and Columbus, OH
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 41 hours 31 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 31 hours 8 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 27 hours 40 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 24 hours 54 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 22 hours 38 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 20 hours 45 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 19 hours 9 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 17 hours 47 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 16 hours 36 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 15 hours 34 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 14 hours 39 minutes