Origin
Chatham, OH
Afternoon in Chatham on Friday
Local time
1:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chatham, OH to Columbus, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
38.4 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chatham, OH
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Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
This short, 41-mile drive from Chatham to Columbus, Ohio, is easily manageable in about 49 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll be sticking to local roads for the entirety of this journey, with zero highway mileage. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $6, reflecting the minimal distance. This route is characterized by frequent turns, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience. Given its brevity and the Midwest region's familiar landscapes, this trip requires just one day and no overnight stays.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 38.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the full 41 miles between Chatham and Columbus. With a highway share of 0%, you won't encounter any high-speed freeway cruising. Instead, you'll navigate through communities using roads like Mulberry Street Northeast, Marion Road Northeast, and Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest. The absence of long stretches means you'll be making frequent adjustments, keeping you actively involved in the journey. This route offers a direct, community-focused connection rather than a sweeping scenic vista.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest is the longest continuous segment at about 11.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mulberry Street Northeast.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 38.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mulberry Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 24 miles (Johnstown Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.8 miles (US 62 / Granville Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Mulberry Street Northeast
Turn left onto Mulberry Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
4
24 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Johnstown Road
Enter roundabout onto Johnstown Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
29.8 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
US 62 / Granville Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 62 / Granville Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
37.1 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
Northeast Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast Freeway toward US 23 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 23 South
6
38.3 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
East State Street
Turn right onto East State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Granville Street | 7.3 mi | 9m |
| Marion Road Northeast | 6.5 mi | 14m |
| Johnstown Road | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| East Johnstown Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| East Coshocton Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| North Third Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
— 11.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chatham, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on Preston Road
63 ft
·
7 sec
·
Preston Road
2
Turn left onto Mulberry Street Northeast
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Mulberry Street Northeast
3
Turn straight onto SR 657
6.5 mi
·
14 min
·
Marion Road Northeast
4
Turn left onto US 62
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
5
Continue on US 62
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Coshocton Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 62
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 62
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Johnstown Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 62
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Enter roundabout onto Johnstown Road
103 ft
·
1 sec
·
Johnstown Road
10
Continue on Johnstown Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnstown Road
11
Enter roundabout onto US 62
116 ft
·
1 sec
·
Johnstown Road
12
Continue on US 62
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnstown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 62
136 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Johnstown Road
14
Continue on US 62
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Johnstown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on US 62
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Street
16
At end of road, turn right onto US 62
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Granville Street
Use the right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast Freeway
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
Toward US 23 South
18
Turn straight onto US 23
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto East State Street
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
East State Street
Use the right lane.
20
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.2 mi from Chatham, OH · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Chatham, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Columbus, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.96 one way
$11.92 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.61 | $13.23 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Friday
Local time
1:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
New Albany, OH
19 mi in
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
17 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
58m 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 Chatham, OH to Columbus, OH covers 38.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest, Granville Street, Marion Road Northeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.2 miles from Chatham, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.96 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 38.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mulberry Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 24 miles (Johnstown Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.8 miles (US 62 / Granville Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Chatham, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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