Distance from Columbus to South Bend by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Columbus (OH) to South Bend (IN) is 208 miles or 334 kilometers or 180 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Columbus to South Bend is 249 miles (401 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 41 miles or 67 km.

Columbus to South Bend Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Columbus, OH to South Bend, IN

The driving distance from Columbus, Ohio to South Bend, Indiana is 249 miles or 401 km.
The total driving distance from Columbus, OH to South Bend, IN is 249 miles or 401 kilometers. Your trip begins in Columbus, Ohio. It ends in South Bend, Indiana.
The driving distance from Columbus, Ohio to South Bend, Indiana is approximately 249 miles (401 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 5 to 6 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Columbus, OH to South Bend, IN

How long is the drive from Columbus, OH to South Bend, IN?
The total driving time is 5 hours, 16 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Columbus to South Bend take?
Columbus and South Bend are 5 hours 16 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 South Bend

Time difference between Columbus (OH) and South Bend (IN) is 1 Hours.
South Bend time is 1 Hours behind Columbus.

Current local time in Columbus	Current local time in South Bend
2025-12-19, 07:11:38 EST	2025-12-19, 06:11:38 CST

How Far is it Between Columbus Ohio, USA and South Bend Indiana, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	249 mi	401 km	216.23 nmi
Straight line distance	208 mi	334 km	180 nmi
Difference	41 mi	67 km	36 nmi

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