Origin
Ashtabula, OH
Morning in Ashtabula on Wednesday
Local time
6:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Ashtabula, OH to Springfield, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 31m
Distance
235 mi
378 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 18m
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6 AM
4h 31m
8 AM
4h 58m
10 AM
4h 40m
12 PM
4h 38m
3 PM
4h 42m
5 PM
4h 56m
8 PM
4h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashtabula, OH
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Springfield, OH
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Trip Overview
Embarking on this 235-mile journey from Ashtabula to Springfield, Ohio, will take approximately 4 hours and 31 minutes of driving time. This route is primarily highway-focused, with 90% of the drive utilizing major interstates, making it a very manageable day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $36, it’s an economical option for a single day’s adventure. You'll be traversing familiar Midwest landscapes as you make your way across the state. This drive is best tackled in one go, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.5 miles from Ashtabula, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 90% of your travel on major roads like I-71 and I-90. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 89.3 miles on I-71, offering a good opportunity for consistent progress. While the majority is interstate driving, the transition between these main arteries will dictate the overall pace. It’s a straightforward drive designed for efficiency, minimizing time spent on slower local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 89.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Elm Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 235 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Elm Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (SR 84 / South Ridge Road East): Navigation decision point; at 60.2 miles (I 271): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Elm Avenue
Turn right onto Elm Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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SR 84 / South Ridge Road East
Turn left onto SR 84 / South Ridge Road East
Navigation decision point
6
60.2 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
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I 271
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
173.8 mi into trip
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~3h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 131
Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
6
200.9 mi into trip
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~3h 47m in
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US 36; SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4 toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfi...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ashtabula, OH to Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.
Delaware
173.8 mi in
|
~3h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 89.3 mi | 1h 35m |
| I 90 | 38.2 mi | 41m |
| US 36 | 34.9 mi | 42m |
| I 271 | 24.3 mi | 26m |
| Marysville Road | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| I 271 Express | 13.9 mi | 17m |
| State Route 37 East | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 89.3 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashtabula, OH and Springfield, OH.
1
Start on Center Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
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Center Street
2
Turn right onto Elm Avenue
342 ft
·
20 sec
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Elm Avenue
3
Turn left onto West 48th Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
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West 48th Street
4
Continue on SR 84
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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Collins Boulevard
5
Turn right onto SR 84
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
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West 46th Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto SR 84
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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State Road
7
Turn left onto SR 84
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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South Ridge Road East
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
9
Merge onto SR 11
1.8 mi
·
1 min
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State Route 11
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 94B
Toward I 90 West: Cleveland
11
Merge onto I 90
38 mi
·
41 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271 Express
14 mi
·
17 min
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I 271 Express
13
Merge onto I 271
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 271
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 71
89 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 131
Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto US 36; SR 37
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 37 East
18
Continue on US 36; SR 37
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Road
19
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East William Street
20
Continue on US 36
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Marysville Road
21
Take the exit onto US 36
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 36
22
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4
31 mi
·
38 min
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US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
24
Turn straight onto SR 4
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Mitchell Boulevard
25
Turn left onto SR 4
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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North Belmont Avenue
26
Turn right onto SR 4
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lagonda Avenue
27
Turn right onto SR 4
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Warder Street
28
Continue on US 40; SR 4; SR 41
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
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East North Street
29
Turn left onto North Fountain Avenue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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North Fountain Avenue
30
Turn left onto East High Street
476 ft
·
22 sec
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East High Street
31
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
364 ft
·
7 sec
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South Limestone Street
32
Arrive at destination
South Limestone Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 31-minute duration, leaving Ashtabula in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Springfield with daylight to spare. You’ll have one main stretch of nearly 90 miles on I-71, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you hit that segment. While this is a single-day drive, the 235 miles offer flexibility; consider a brief stop around the halfway point if you need to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on traffic, especially as you approach potential urban areas along I-71.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.5 miles from Ashtabula, OH, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.5 miles or 2h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ashtabula, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ashtabula, OH
This is one driving day of about 235 miles and 4h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ashtabula, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 89.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.5 mi from Ashtabula, OH · 2h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.5 miles from Ashtabula, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.3 miles.
Arriving in Springfield, OH
The final approach into Springfield, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Springfield, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.47 one way
$72.94 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $40.48 | $80.95 |
| premium | $4.91 | $45.42 | $90.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.89 | $103.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.5 | 0 | $24.67 | $11.28 |
| Efficient EV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.56 | $9.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94 | 1 | $32.90 | $15.04 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Springfield, OH
Morning in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
6:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
118 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 31m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ashtabula, OH to Springfield, OH covers 235 miles and takes about 4h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, I 90, US 36. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.5 miles from Ashtabula, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.47 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 235 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Elm Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (SR 84 / South Ridge Road East): Navigation decision point; at 60.2 miles (I 271): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Ashtabula, OH to Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.
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