How far is Columbus, PA from Althom, PA?
The driving distance from Columbus, PA to Althom, PA is about 26.7 miles (43 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.3 miles (31.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Warren County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbus and Althom.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Althom.
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Start on PA-957
4 m · 5 sec · PA-957
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Turn left onto Erie Street
853 ft · 31 sec · Erie Street
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Turn left onto Route 6
1.6 mi · 3 min · Route 6
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Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
12.4 mi · 17 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
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Turn slight right onto Dalrymple Street
2277 ft · 48 sec · Dalrymple Street
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Continue on Davey Hill Road
4.1 mi · 10 min · Davey Hill Road
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Continue on Davey Hill Road
5.3 mi · 13 min · Davey Hill Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Althom Road
2.7 mi · 11 min · Althom Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Althom Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbus and Althom.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
12.4 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Columbus and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms near Althom.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Althom?
The road trip is about 26.7 miles (43 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Pittsfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Columbus and 13.4 miles from Althom.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.3 miles (31.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.84 one way or $7.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Columbus and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms near Althom.
Stop Ideas Near Pittsfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pittsfield.
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Union Station
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Dunkirk, New York
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Althom. Straight-line distance: 19.34 mi (31.12 km).
#1 Columbus
Census-designated place in Warren County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,899 |
| Coordinates | 41.9408900, -79.5817200 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Althom
Althom is a place in Pennsylvania, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.7533900, -79.3028200 |
| Altitude | 348 |
| Country | United States |
End: Althom (-79.30282, 41.75339)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $4.09 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.32 | $8.65 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $4.66 | $9.31 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
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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