How far is Lancaster, OH from Columbus, OH?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lancaster and Columbus is 27.23 miles (43.83 km).
Flight distance from Lancaster, OH to Columbus, OH is 27.23 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lancaster, Ohio to Columbus, Ohio is: 33.41 miles (53.77 km) by car.
Driving from Lancaster to Columbus will take approximately 00 hours 38 minutes.
#1 Lancaster
The county seat of Fairfield County, Ohio. It is located in the central part of the state. Lancaster is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lancaster Historical Society and the Lancaster Museum of Art.
| Population | 40932 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°42'49"N 82°35'58"W |
| Latitude | 39.7136800 |
| Longitude | -82.5993300 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
The fifteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Columbus metropolitan area. It is located in central Ohio. Columbus is a major center for education and is home to Ohio State University
| Population | 884356 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°57'40"N 82°59'56"W |
| Latitude | 39.9611800 |
| Longitude | -82.9987900 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Columbus: East State Street (-82.998626,39.960416)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lancaster and Columbus
The distance between Lancaster and Columbus is 54 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 35 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 Lancaster and Columbus. The current time is 13:18:08.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.46 liters (1.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lancaster and Columbus.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lancaster to Columbus is $3.79 (diesel $5.07).
Ohio gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.68 | $4.14 | $4.3 |
| Total | $3.79 | $4.34 | $4.88 | $5.07 |
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 Ohio ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.211 (Diesel $4.304) /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 Lancaster and Columbus (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
