How far is Columbus, MI from Lansing, MI?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Columbus and Lansing is 96.52 miles (155.33 km).

Flight distance from Columbus, MI to Lansing, MI is 96.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Columbus to Lansing with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Columbus, Michigan to Lansing, Michigan is: 115.62 miles (186.07 km) by car.

Driving from Columbus to Lansing will take approximately 01 hours 43 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
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#2 Lansing

The capital of Michigan and the county seat of Ingham County. It is located on the Grand River in central Michigan. Lansing is known for its many government buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Michigan Historical Museum and the Michigan State Capitol.

Population 112640
GPS Coordinates 42°43'57"N 84°33'20"W
Latitude 42.7325300
Longitude -84.5555300
Altitude 260
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Columbus and Lansing

The distance between Columbus and Lansing is 186 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 04 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 Lansing. The current time is 17:04:33.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 03 hours 51 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 02 hours 53 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 02 hours 18 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 55 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 39 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 32 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 26 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 15.44 liters (4.08 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus and Lansing.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus to Lansing is $13.69 (diesel $17.57).

Michigan gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.36 $3.86 $4.35 $4.31
Total $13.69 $15.73 $17.75 $17.57

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 April 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbus and Lansing (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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