Distance from Columbus to Chicago by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Columbus (OH) to Chicago (IL) is 277 miles or 446 kilometers or 241 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Columbus to Chicago is 353 miles (569 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 76 miles or 123 km.
Flight distance from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Columbus and Chicago is 277 miles or 446 km.The nearest airport to Columbus, is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and the nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
What is the average flight time from Columbus to Chicago?
Flight time from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL is 0 hours 38 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Columbus to Chicago Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Columbus, OH and Chicago, ILThis map shows the distance from Columbus, OH, Usa to Chicago, IL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Columbus, Ohio to Chicago, Illinois is displayed below.
Driving distance from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL
The driving distance from Columbus, Ohio to Chicago, Illinois is 353 miles or 569 km.
The total driving distance from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL is 353 miles or 569 kilometers. Your trip begins in Columbus, Ohio. It ends in Chicago, Illinois.
The driving distance from Columbus, Ohio to Chicago, Illinois is approximately 353 miles (569 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 6 to 7 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL
How long is the drive from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL?The total driving time is 6 hours, 45 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Columbus to Chicago take?
Columbus and Chicago are 6 hours 45 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 Chicago
Time difference between Columbus (OH) and Chicago (IL) is 1 Hours.
Chicago time is 1 Hours behind Columbus.
| Current local time in Columbus | Current local time in Chicago |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 07:18:31 EST | 2025-12-19, 06:18:31 CST |
How Far is it Between Columbus Ohio, USA and Chicago Illinois, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Columbus, OH and Chicago, IL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 353 mi | 569 km | 306.55 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 277 mi | 446 km | 241 nmi |
| Difference | 76 mi | 123 km | 65 nmi |
Columbus Details
Columbus is located in Ohio, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 39° 59' 6.9'' Longitude: W 82° 59' 5.2'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 39.98524 |
| Longitude | -82.98477 |
| State | Ohio |
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Chicago Details
Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 41.83755 |
| Longitude | -87.68184 |
| State | Illinois |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Columbus, OH and Chicago, IL
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 11 hours 51 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 8 hours 53 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 7 hours 54 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 7 hours 6 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 6 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 5 hours 55 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 5 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 5 hours 4 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 4 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 4 hours 26 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 4 hours 11 minutes |