Distance from Kansas City to Columbus by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Kansas City (MO) to Columbus (OH) is 619 miles or 996 kilometers or 538 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Kansas City to Columbus is 659 miles (1062 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 40 miles or 66 km.
Flight distance from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Kansas City and Columbus is 619 miles or 996 km.The nearest airport to Kansas City, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and the nearest airport to Columbus, is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
What is the average flight time from Kansas City to Columbus?
Flight time from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH is 1 hours 25 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Kansas City to Columbus Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Kansas City, MO and Columbus, OHThis map shows the distance from Kansas City, MO, Usa to Columbus, OH, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Kansas City, Missouri to Columbus, Ohio is displayed below.
Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Columbus, Ohio is 659 miles or 1062 km.
The total driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH is 659 miles or 1062 kilometers. Your trip begins in Kansas City, Missouri. It ends in Columbus, Ohio.
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Columbus, Ohio is approximately 659 miles (1062 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 12 to 13 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH
How long is the drive from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH?The total driving time is 12 hours, 19 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Kansas City to Columbus take?
Kansas City and Columbus are 12 hours 19 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 Kansas City and Columbus
Time difference between Kansas City (MO) and Columbus (OH) is 0 Hours.
| Current local time in Kansas City | Current local time in Columbus |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 22:17:21 EST | 2025-12-19, 22:17:21 EST |
How Far is it Between Kansas City Missouri, USA and Columbus Ohio, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Kansas City, MO and Columbus, OH in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 659 mi | 1062 km | 572.28 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 619 mi | 996 km | 538 nmi |
| Difference | 40 mi | 66 km | 34 nmi |
Kansas City Details
Kansas City is located in Missouri, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 39° 7' 30.6'' Longitude: W 94° 33' 1.1'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 39.12516 |
| Longitude | -94.55031 |
| State | Missouri |
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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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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Kansas City, MO and Columbus, OH
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 22 hours 7 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 16 hours 35 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 14 hours 45 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 13 hours 16 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 12 hours 4 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 11 hours 3 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 10 hours 12 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 9 hours 28 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 8 hours 51 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 8 hours 17 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 7 hours 48 minutes |