Trip from Campbell, OH to Columbus, OH

Drive Time

3h 24m

Distance

175.9 mi

283 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 12m ★

6 AM

3h 24m

8 AM

3h 49m

10 AM

3h 33m

12 PM

3h 31m

3 PM

3h 34m

5 PM

3h 48m

8 PM

3h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Columbus, OH

Andy Staver

Trip Overview

Traveling from Campbell to Columbus covers 175.9 miles across the Ohio Midwest, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 24 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $26 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating primarily via I-71, I-76, and the Kenmore Expressway, you will find this path straightforward and efficient. Whether you are heading to the state capital for business or a change of pace, the route offers a reliable connection through 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

87.9 miles from Campbell, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience, as 96% of this route consists of high-speed interstate driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-71, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 98.8 miles. The road maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to settle into a rhythm as you transition between urban centers. While the drive is functional rather than scenic, the shift from the Campbell area toward Columbus provides a steady flow of traffic and maintained road surfaces. It is a no-nonsense commute designed for speed and direct access between your two points.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 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 98.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 175.9 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 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.9 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3.5 mi into trip | ~7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 680 North: Cleveland, Akron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 680 North: Cleveland, Akron

53.9 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in | I 76 / Kenmore Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway toward I 76 West: Barberton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 West: Barberton

73.7 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 1A Toward I 71 South: Columbus

173.7 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in

Take the exit toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton

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 109A Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton

174.1 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 670 West: Dayton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 670 West: Dayton

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	98.8 mi	1h 46m
I 76	39.2 mi	44m
Kenmore Expressway	19.8 mi	24m
I 80	4.6 mi	5m
Wickliffe Expressway	4.6 mi	6m
Wilson Avenue	2.3 mi	4m
South Shore Expressway	1.8 mi	2m
Northeast Freeway	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 98.8 mi, about 1h 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Campbell, OH and Columbus, OH.

Start on Whipple Avenue

113 ft · 7 sec · Whipple Avenue

Turn right onto 6th Street

355 ft · 17 sec · 6th Street

Turn right onto Penhale Avenue

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Penhale Avenue

Continue on 3rd Street

0.1 mi · 36 sec · 3rd Street

Turn right onto SR 289

2.3 mi · 4 min · Wilson Avenue

Turn slight right onto SR 289

215 ft · 9 sec · Himrod Avenue

Continue on SR 289

210 ft · 4 sec · Himrod Avenue

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Merge onto US 62; SR 7

0.5 mi · 32 sec · East River Crossing

Keep slight right at fork onto I 680 North

0.1 mi · 15 sec · I 680 North

Toward Cleveland, Akron, Market Street, Downtown

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Toward I 680 North: Cleveland, Akron

Merge onto I 680

1.8 mi · 2 min · South Shore Expressway

Continue on I 680

4.6 mi · 6 min · Wickliffe Expressway

Merge onto I 80

4.6 mi · 5 min · I 80

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 76

39 mi · 44 min · I 76

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

20 mi · 24 min · Kenmore Expressway

Toward I 76 West: Barberton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 2 min

Exit 1A Toward I 71 South: Columbus Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 71

99 mi · 1 hr 46 min · I 71

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 109A Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 670 West: Dayton Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 670

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Northeast Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast Freeway

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Northeast Freeway

Toward US 23 South Use the none lane.

Turn straight onto US 23

0.7 mi · 2 min · North Third Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto East State Street

106 ft · 3 sec · East State Street

Use the right lane.

Turn right

88 ft · 6 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for one strategic stop will help you stay refreshed. Keep in mind that the longest leg of your journey spans nearly 100 miles, so ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting that extended stretch on I-71. If you want to avoid peak traffic congestion, try to time your departure to steer clear of typical commuting hours in the major hubs. By keeping your single planned stop in mind, you can easily break up the 3.5-hour timeframe to keep your focus sharp behind the wheel.

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 87.9 miles from Campbell, OH, or about 1h 46m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 87.9 miles or 1h 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 47m

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 Campbell, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Campbell, OH

This is one driving day of about 175.9 miles and 3h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Campbell, 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 98.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 87.9 mi from Campbell, OH · 1h 46m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

88 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

Mansfield, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mansfield, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 87.9 miles from Campbell, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 miles.

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

$26.31 one way

$52.62 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.24	$29.38	$58.75
premium	$4.79	$33.17	$66.34
diesel	$5.64	$39.08	$78.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	52.8	$18.47	$8.44
Efficient EV	44	$15.39	$7.04
EV Truck/SUV	70.4	$24.63	$11.26

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Campbell, OH

Evening in Campbell on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Columbus, OH

Evening in Columbus on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

54°F

Mansfield, OH

88 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

20 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

3h 24m 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 Campbell, OH to Columbus, OH covers 175.9 miles and takes about 3h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 71, I 76, Kenmore Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 87.9 miles from Campbell, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.31 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.