Distance from Columbus to Tucson (United States)

The distance between Columbus, Ohio and Tucson, Arizona is 2,645 kilometers (1,643 miles).

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Tucson, Arizona, United States

Columbus in the Midwest and Tucson in the Southwest are separated by vast plains and desert landscapes, highlighting the geographical diversity of the United States. The straight-line distance between them is 2,645 kilometers, heading west.

Columbus is at 242 meters above sea level, while Tucson is at 757 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Columbus to Tucson spans approximately 2960 km, passing through major highways like I-70 W and I-40 W, traversing states such as Indiana, Missouri, and New Mexico.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: St. Louis Arch, Oklahoma City, Petrified Forest National Park.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Columbus to Tucson crosses the Mississippi River and the Great Plains, reaching the Sonoran Desert.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or fall for mild weather in Tucson, or winter to escape Columbus's cold.

Climate

Tucson is generally warmer and drier than Columbus, with a desert climate compared to Columbus's humid continental climate.

Accessibility

Tucson offers accessible public transport and facilities, similar to Columbus, ensuring ease of movement for visitors.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 4-5 days
Motorcycle 1-2 days
Car 1-2 days
Airplane 4-5 hours
Speed Time
50 km/h
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Columbus, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 39.9612° N 82.9988° W

Elevation: 242 m (794 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
  • Ohio State University Airport (OSU)
  • Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
  • Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport (SGH)
  • Marion Municipal Airport (MNN)
Tucson, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Phoenix

Coordinates: 32.2217° N 110.9265° W

Elevation: 757 m (2,484 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Davis Monthan Air Force Base (DMA)
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
  • Marana Regional Airport (AVW)
  • Pinal Airpark (MZJ)
  • Sierra Vista Municipal Libby Army Air Field (FHU)

Other distances from Columbus

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Columbus to New York City 768 km
From Columbus to Los Angeles 3,183 km
From Columbus to Chicago 444 km
From Columbus to Houston 1,596 km
From Columbus to Phoenix 2,683 km

Other distances from Tucson

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Tucson to New York City 3,413 km
From Tucson to Los Angeles 712 km
From Tucson to Chicago 2,320 km
From Tucson to Houston 1,510 km
From Tucson to Phoenix 173 km

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