Origin
Blanchard, OH
Afternoon in Blanchard on Saturday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blanchard, OH to Columbus, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
71.3 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
20 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blanchard, OH
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Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Blanchard, OH to Columbus, OH covers 71.3 miles and takes about 1h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 31, US 33, Jack Nicklaus Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28 miles on SR 31. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.6 miles from Blanchard, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 31 | 28 mi | 39m |
| US 33 | 16.8 mi | 18m |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| United States Highway 68 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| I 670 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| West Freeway | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Third Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
SR 31
— 28 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blanchard, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on SR 701
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 701
2
Turn right onto US 68
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
United States Highway 68
3
Continue on US 68
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Detroit Street
4
Turn left onto West Eliza Street
358 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Eliza Street
5
Turn right onto SR 53
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on SR 31
28 mi
·
39 min
·
SR 31
7
Enter roundabout onto State Route 31
108 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Route 31
8
Continue on State Route 31
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 31
9
Continue on SR 31
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Maple Street
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
11
Merge onto US 33; US 36; SR 4
17 mi
·
18 min
·
US 33; US 36; SR 4
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 108
Toward I 270 East, I 270 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 270 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 270
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 8
Toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Columbus, Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 70
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Freeway
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 670
Toward I 670 East: Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 4A–B
Toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 4A
Toward US 23 South: Third Street
21
Turn straight onto US 23
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto East State Street
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
East State Street
Use the right lane.
23
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 35.6 miles from Blanchard, OH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.6 miles or 52m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Blanchard, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blanchard, OH
This is one driving day of about 71.3 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Blanchard, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 31 for about 28 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.6 miles from Blanchard, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 54.4 and 70 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
54.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 270 East, I 270 South
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 108
Toward I 270 East, I 270 South
7
54.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 270 South
8
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Columbus, Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8
Toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Columbus, Dayton
7
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 East: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
8
70 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4A–B
Toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.08 one way
$22.16 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.80 | $27.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.76 | $31.53 |
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: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
20 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Columbus, OH
Tesla
12 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Dublin, OH
Tesla
10 DCFC
Walmart 2426 (Columbus, OH)
Columbus, OH
Electrify America
8 DCFC
Germain Ford of Columbus - DCFC
Columbus, OH
Blink Network
6 DCFC
Target Hilliard #T1969
Hilliard, OH
eVgo Network
6 DCFC
Market at Hilliard
Hilliard, OH
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
Valley Ford of Columbus
Columbus, OH
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
Heartland Charging Services Office
Dublin, OH
Blink Network
2 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 11
Blink Network: 3
Tesla: 2
eVgo Network: 2
Electrify America: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.98 | $4.56 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Columbus on Saturday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Plain City, OH
36 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
15 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 37m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a 1h 37m highway drive covering 71.3 miles, with most of the trip on SR 31 and US 33. The longest continuous stretch is about 28 miles on SR 31.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 28 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 31 and US 33. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 54.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.3 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 54.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Blanchard, OH to Columbus, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Dayton along the way.
Dayton
62.7 mi in
|
~1h 24m
About the Cities
Arriving in Columbus, OH
Full guide →Columbus is the capital of the American state of Ohio and is located centrally within the state as the core of the Greater Columbus area. Sited in an area where the Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Farm Belt meet, Columbus is a fusion of many different parts of America. It is the home of the Ohio State University. The combination of Ohio Government and the Ohio State University has fueled amazing growth both financially and physically in Columbus. It has created a business and research environment that has provided substantial employment opportunities to the diverse ethnic and local graduates of the Ohio State University, and other academic institutions in Columbus. The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC), is projected to be one of the top 50 supercomputers in the world and among the top 10 supercomputing academic centers.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 71.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Blanchard, OH to Columbus, OH covers 71.3 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 31, US 33, Jack Nicklaus Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.6 miles from Blanchard, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.07 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.3 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 54.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Blanchard, OH to Columbus, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Dayton along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NREL for EV charging. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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