How far is Columbus, Ohio from Detroit

The distance by car is 327 km.  Follow the Detroit to Columbus driving route along I-75 S.  Get driving directions from Detroit to Columbus.

 flight distance = 163 miles

The straight line distance between Detroit and Columbus is 263 kilometers.

 Travel time from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH

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This is estimated based on the Detroit to Columbus distance by plane of 163 miles.

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Columbus to Detroit by bus

How long does a bus trip from Columbus to Detroit take? The distance between Columbus and Detroit is 5.4 km. Only 3 miles separate Columbus and Detroit, so choose a convenient bus route to save money. Cheapest way by bus end at the station San Jose.

Trains from Columbus to Detroit

How long is a train journey to Detroit from Columbus? It takes approximately 12 mins to get from Columbus to Detroit. What is the distance from Columbus to Detroit? The distance between Columbus and Detroit is 7.8 mi. How much does it cost to get to Detroit from Columbus by train? You can buy a train ticket from Columbus to Detroit for about $3.85. Which train companies operate from Columbus to Detroit? To get the train from Columbus to Detroit, you can use one of these train companies: Bay Area Rapid Transit. To save up check these budget agencies: Amtrak. How many train stops from Columbus to Detroit? There are 3 stops between Columbus and Detroit.

The distance between Columbus (John Glenn Columbus International Airport) and Detroit (Detroit Metropolitan Airport) is 155 miles / 249 kilometers / 134 nautical miles. The estimated flight time is 47 minutes.

Driving distance from Columbus (CMH) to Detroit (DTW) is 176 miles / 284 kilometers and travel time by car is about 3 hours 49 minutes.

John Glenn Columbus International Airport – Detroit Metropolitan Airport

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Detroit

155

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How far is Columbus, Ohio from Detroit

249

Kilometers

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Detroit

134

Nautical miles

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Detroit

47 min

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How far is Columbus, Ohio from Detroit

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Distance from Columbus to Detroit

There are several ways to calculate the distance from Columbus to Detroit. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 154.695 miles
  • 248.958 kilometers
  • 134.426 nautical miles

Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.

Haversine formula
  • 154.875 miles
  • 249.246 kilometers
  • 134.582 nautical miles

The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).

How long does it take to fly from Columbus to Detroit?

The estimated flight time from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Airport is 47 minutes.

What is the time difference between Columbus and Detroit?

There is no time difference between Columbus and Detroit.

Flight carbon footprint between John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)

On average, flying from Columbus to Detroit generates about 48 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 48 kilograms equals 105 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path and driving directions from Columbus to Detroit

Shortest flight path between John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW).

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.

Bus

  1. Take the bus from Columbus to Detroit

4h 5m

$35 - $50

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Drive

  1. Drive from Columbus to Detroit

3h 33m

$45 - $75

Fly

  1. Fly from Columbus (CMH) to Detroit (DTW)

4h 7m

$436 - $1,107

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Columbus to Detroit by bus

The bus journey time between Columbus and Detroit is around 4h 5m and covers a distance of around 315 km. Services are operated by Greyhound USA. Typically seven buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

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4h 5m Average Duration

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Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Detroit is to bus which costs $35 - $50 and takes 4h 5m.

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How do I get from Columbus to Detroit the fastest?

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Detroit is to drive. Taking this option will cost $45 - $75 and takes 3h 33m.

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Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Columbus and arriving at Detroit. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

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How far is it from Columbus to Detroit?

The distance between Columbus and Detroit is 264 km. The road distance is 322.2 km.

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How do I travel from Columbus to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Columbus to Columbus Airport is to line 7 bus which takes 46 min and costs $2 - $4.

How far is Columbus Ohio from Detroit by plane?

Direct flights take on average 1h 07m to travel the 155 miles between Columbus and Detroit.

What is halfway between Detroit and Columbus Ohio?

The halfway point between Detroit, Michigan and Columbus, Ohio is: Findlay, OH. Find a place to meet halfway. These two locations are 202 miles apart and the exact midpoint is I-75, Findlay, OH 45840, USA. Some places you could meet at include Dark Horse Restaurant, Logan's Irish Pub, and Pilgrim Family Restaurant.

How long does it take to drive from Detroit to Michigan to Columbus Ohio?

There are 163.78 miles from Detroit to Columbus in south direction and 203 miles (326.70 kilometers) by car, following the US-23 route. Detroit and Columbus are 3 hours 19 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop . This is the fastest route from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH.

Is Columbus close to Chicago?

There are 275.62 miles from Columbus to Chicago in northwest direction and 354 miles (569.71 kilometers) by car, following the I-70 route. Columbus and Chicago are 5 hours 40 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop .