How far is Columbus, MI from Grand Rapids, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbus and Grand Rapids is 152.17 miles (244.89 km).
Flight distance from Columbus, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is 152.17 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Columbus to Grand Rapids with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbus, Michigan to Grand Rapids, Michigan is: 173.59 miles (279.36 km) by car.
Driving from Columbus to Grand Rapids will take approximately 02 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Columbus
Township in St. Clair County, Michigan
| Population | 4038 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°52'56"N 82°39'45"W |
| Latitude | 42.8822500 |
| Longitude | -82.6624200 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Rapids
The second most populous city in Michigan. It is located in the western part of the state. Grand Rapids is known for its many breweries, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park and the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
| Population | 200031 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°57'48"N 85°40'5"W |
| Latitude | 42.9633600 |
| Longitude | -85.6680900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Grand Rapids: West Fulton Street (-85.668092,42.963219)
Estimated Travel Time Between Columbus and Grand Rapids
The distance between Columbus and Grand Rapids is 279 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 06 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Columbus and Grand Rapids. The current time is 04:01:32.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 47 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 28 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 53 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 28 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.19 liters (6.13 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus and Grand Rapids.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus to Grand Rapids is $20.55 (diesel $26.38).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $20.55 | $23.61 | $26.65 | $26.38 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Michigan ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.355 (Diesel $4.306) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbus and Grand Rapids (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
