New York City to Columbus by bus
Columbus lies 1,341 km (833 mi) south-west of New York City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 24 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 1,636 km (1,017 mi) of road.
| New York City | Columbus | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 8.8 million | 206,922 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 75 m (246 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
Where to book buses from New York City to Columbus
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Staying in Columbus
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Common questions
How far is Columbus from New York City?
1,341 km (833 mi) in a straight line, south-west of New York City; by road roughly 1,636 km (1,017 mi).
How long does it take to get from New York City to Columbus by bus?
About 24 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between New York City and Columbus?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.