Distance from Portland to Columbia by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Portland (OR) to Columbia (MD) is 2346 miles or 3774 kilometers or 2037 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Portland to Columbia is 2799 miles (4505 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 453 miles or 731 km.

Flight distance from Portland, OR to Columbia, MD in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Portland and Columbia is 2346 miles or 3774 km.
The nearest airport to Portland, is Portland International Airport (PDX) and the nearest airport to Columbia, is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

What is the average flight time from Portland to Columbia?

Flight time from Portland, OR to Columbia, MD is 5 hours 23 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Portland to Columbia Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Portland, OR and Columbia, MD
This map shows the distance from Portland, OR, Usa to Columbia, MD, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Portland, Oregon to Columbia, Maryland is displayed below.

Driving distance from Portland, OR to Columbia, MD

The driving distance from Portland, Oregon to Columbia, Maryland is 2799 miles or 4505 km.
The total driving distance from Portland, OR to Columbia, MD is 2799 miles or 4505 kilometers. Your trip begins in Portland, Oregon. It ends in Columbia, Maryland.
The driving distance from Portland, Oregon to Columbia, Maryland is approximately 2799 miles (4505 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 49 to 50 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Portland, OR to Columbia, MD

How long is the drive from Portland, OR to Columbia, MD?
The total driving time is 49 hours, 5 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Portland to Columbia take?
Portland and Columbia are 49 hours 5 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 Portland and Columbia

Time difference between Portland (OR) and Columbia (MD) is 2 Hours.
Columbia time is 2 Hours ahead of Portland.

Current local time in PortlandCurrent local time in Columbia
2025-12-19, 01:45:55 MST2025-12-19, 03:45:55 EST
How Far is it Between Portland Oregon, USA and Columbia Maryland, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Portland, OR and Columbia, MD in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2799 mi 4505 km 2430.65 nmi
Straight line distance 2346 mi 3774 km 2037 nmi
Difference 453 mi 731 km 393 nmi

Portland Details

Portland is located in Oregon, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 45° 32' 13'' Longitude: W 122° 38' 59.9''
Latitude45.53695
Longitude-122.64997
StateOregon
Nearest airports to Portland

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Columbia Details

Columbia is located in Maryland, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 14' 25.4'' Longitude: W 76° 50' 21.9''
Latitude39.24038
Longitude-76.83942
StateMaryland
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Portland, OR and Columbia, MD
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 93 hours 51 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 70 hours 23 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 62 hours 34 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 56 hours 18 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 51 hours 11 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 46 hours 55 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 43 hours 19 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 40 hours 13 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 37 hours 32 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 35 hours 11 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 33 hours 7 minutes