Urbana to Columbus

• Traffic

  Avoid Indianapolis and Columbus during peak rush hours.
• Rest Stops

  Stop in Indianapolis for a break.
• Dining

  Try the local restaurants in the Short North district.
• Navigation

  Use a GPS to navigate the city's highway system.
• Planning

  Check for events in Columbus before visiting.

• Speeding

  Highway patrols are active on I-70.
• Weather

  Be prepared for snow in winter.
• Vehicle Check

  Check your lights before driving at night.
• Emergency

  Keep a roadside emergency kit in your car.

• Is there a train to Columbus?
  No, there is no passenger rail service to Columbus.
• How long is the drive?
  The drive takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes.
• Are there tolls?
  This route is generally toll-free.
• What is the best time to leave?
  Leaving very early morning helps avoid traffic.
• Is it a scenic drive?
  It is mostly flat farmland, which is typical for the Midwest.

• From Urbana, Illinois, United States
• To Columbus, Ohio, United States
• Modes

Summer for the Columbus Arts Festival.