How far is Chester, GA from Columbus, GA?
The driving distance from Chester, GA to Columbus, GA is about 122.1 miles (196.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.1 miles (172.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 20m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Taylor County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chester and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chester and Columbus.
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Start on Main Street
3076 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Chester-Cochran Highway
5.6 mi · 8 min · Chester-Cochran Highway
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Continue on Airport Road
4.6 mi · 6 min · Airport Road
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Continue on Chester Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Chester Road
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Turn right onto Highway 87 Bypass South
2.3 mi · 3 min · Highway 87 Bypass South
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Turn straight onto Golden Isles Highway
10.3 mi · 14 min · Golden Isles Highway
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Turn left
26.4 mi · 38 min
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Turn right
1951 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Oakland Heights Parkway
37 m · 4 sec · Oakland Heights Parkway
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Turn left onto Vineville Street
2974 ft · 1 min · Vineville Street
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Continue on Orange Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · Orange Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
39.2 mi · 47 min
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
17.4 mi · 20 min
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Continue on Beaver Run Road
771 ft · 17 sec · Beaver Run Road
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Turn left
9.7 mi · 15 min
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Turn sharp left onto 10th Avenue
123 m · 12 sec · 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street
2431 ft · 54 sec · 10th Street
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Turn left onto Veterans Parkway
1406 ft · 43 sec · Veterans Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Veterans Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chester and Columbus.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
39.2 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Chester and Clear near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chester to Columbus?
The road trip is about 122.1 miles (196.5 km) and usually takes 02h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Reynolds is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61 miles from Chester and 61.1 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.1 miles (172.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.07 one way or $34.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chester and Clear near Columbus.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chester and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 107.11 mi (172.37 km).
#1 Chester
City in Dodge County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 1,560 |
| Coordinates | 32.3937800, -83.1529300 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 196,442 |
| Coordinates | 32.4609800, -84.9877100 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
End: 8th Street (-84.987719, 32.460947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $17.07 | $34.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $19.09 | $38.18 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.59 | $41.19 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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