Distance from Columbus to Alexandria by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Columbus (OH) to Alexandria (VA) is 328 miles or 527 kilometers or 285 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Columbus to Alexandria is 402 miles (648 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 74 miles or 121 km.

Flight distance from Columbus, OH to Alexandria, VA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Columbus and Alexandria is 328 miles or 527 km.
The nearest airport to Columbus, is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and the nearest airport to Alexandria, is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

What is the average flight time from Columbus to Alexandria?

Flight time from Columbus, OH to Alexandria, VA is 0 hours 45 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Columbus to Alexandria Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Columbus, OH to Alexandria, VA

The driving distance from Columbus, Ohio to Alexandria, Virginia is 402 miles or 648 km.
The total driving distance from Columbus, OH to Alexandria, VA is 402 miles or 648 kilometers. Your trip begins in Columbus, Ohio. It ends in Alexandria, Virginia.
The driving distance from Columbus, Ohio to Alexandria, Virginia is approximately 402 miles (648 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 8 to 9 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Columbus, OH to Alexandria, VA

How long is the drive from Columbus, OH to Alexandria, VA?
The total driving time is 8 hours, 4 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Columbus to Alexandria take?
Columbus and Alexandria are 8 hours 4 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 Columbus and Alexandria

Time difference between Columbus (OH) and Alexandria (VA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in ColumbusCurrent local time in Alexandria
2025-12-18, 02:50:05 EST2025-12-18, 02:50:05 EST
How Far is it Between Columbus Ohio, USA and Alexandria Virginia, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 402 mi 648 km 349.1 nmi
Straight line distance 328 mi 527 km 285 nmi
Difference 74 mi 121 km 64 nmi

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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Alexandria Details

Alexandria is located in Virginia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 38° 48' 17.4'' Longitude: W 77° 2' 48.9''
Latitude38.80484
Longitude-77.04692
StateVirginia
Nearest airports to Alexandria

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Columbus, OH and Alexandria, VA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 13 hours 30 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 10 hours 7 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 9 hours 0 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 8 hours 6 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 7 hours 21 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 6 hours 45 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 6 hours 13 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 5 hours 47 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 5 hours 24 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 5 hours 3 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 4 hours 45 minutes