Origin
Beaver, OH
Night in Beaver on Sunday
Local time
10:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaver, OH to Columbus, OH
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
75.5 mi
122 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
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6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbus, OH
Andy Staver
Trip Overview
Traveling from Beaver to Columbus covers 75.5 miles of Midwestern landscape, making for a straightforward trek that typically takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes. Because this journey is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $11 on fuel for the trip, keeping your transit costs quite manageable. You will primarily navigate via US 23, transitioning into East Emmitt Avenue and South High Street as you approach the capital. This route is ideal for travelers looking for an efficient, no-fuss connection between these two Ohio locations. Given the duration and distance, it serves as a practical link for those needing to move between the southern region and the heart of the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from Beaver, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed-road profile, alternating between higher-speed highway segments and local thoroughfares. You will spend about 48% of your journey on highways, with a significant 34.5-mile uninterrupted stretch along US 23 that allows for steady cruising. As you move away from Beaver, the road environment shifts from open travel to the more controlled, urban-adjacent patterns of East Emmitt Avenue and South High Street. The transition into Columbus requires more attention as you navigate the final approach into the city. Expect a functional driving experience that balances sustained speed with the necessary caution required for local road segments.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 335; C-57 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 48m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 335; C-57 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 335): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (SR 220 / Schuster Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 335; C-57 / Main Street
Turn right onto SR 335; C-57 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 335
Turn left onto SR 335
Navigation decision point
4
9.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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SR 220 / Schuster Road
Turn right onto SR 220 / Schuster Road
Navigation decision point
5
15 mi into trip
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~22m in
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SR 220 / South Market Street
Turn left onto SR 220 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
7
31.9 mi into trip
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~46m in
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US 23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23 North: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 23 North: Columbus
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 34.5 mi | 44m |
| East Emmitt Avenue | 16.7 mi | 22m |
| South High Street | 9 mi | 17m |
| James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Schuster Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| SR 335 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 34.5 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaver, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on SR 335
85 ft
·
3 sec
·
SR 335
2
Turn right onto SR 335; C-57
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto SR 335
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 335
4
Turn right onto SR 32; SR 124
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
5
Turn right onto SR 220
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Schuster Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto SR 220
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West 3rd Street
7
Turn left onto SR 220
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Market Street
8
Turn right onto US 23; SR 104; SR 335
17 mi
·
22 min
·
East Emmitt Avenue
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
34 mi
·
44 min
·
US 23
Toward US 23 North: Columbus
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 23
9.0 mi
·
17 min
·
South High Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto East State Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
East State Street
12
Continue on East State Street
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
East State Street
13
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this 1-hour and 48-minute drive is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the 75.5-mile distance in one go, as there are no mandated stops required to finish the trip comfortably. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is estimated at $11, so topping off your tank before you leave will ensure you have no worries during the drive. Because you will be utilizing South High Street to enter Columbus, pay close attention to local traffic patterns as you reach the city limits. Taking advantage of the trip’s short duration allows you to plan your arrival around your specific needs in Columbus without the stress of a long-haul itinerary.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.8 miles from Beaver, OH, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 75.5 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beaver, 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 Beaver, OH
This is one driving day of about 75.5 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beaver, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 23 for about 34.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.8 mi from Beaver, OH · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.8 miles from Beaver, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, OH
The final approach into Columbus, 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 Columbus, 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
$11.29 one way
$22.58 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $12.61 | $25.22 |
| premium | $4.79 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.77 | $33.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.93 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.57 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Columbus, OH
Night in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
10:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
1h 48m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beaver, OH to Columbus, OH covers 75.5 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, East Emmitt Avenue, South High Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.8 miles from Beaver, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.29 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 48m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 335; C-57 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 335): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (SR 220 / Schuster Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Beaver, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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