Origin
Cincinnati, OH
Night in Cincinnati on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cincinnati, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
107.7 mi
173 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cincinnati, OH
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Logan Elm Village, OH
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Trip Overview
This 107.7-mile journey from Cincinnati to Logan Elm Village is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. With 95% of the drive on highways, it's a route focused on efficient travel through Ohio's Midwest region. The estimated fuel cost is around $17, making it an affordable option for a quick getaway or a convenient link between these two points. Given its manageable length and highway-centric profile, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
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
53.9 miles from Cincinnati, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the vast majority of this drive, with 95% of your travel occurring on major roads like the Northeast Expressway and I-71. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.8 miles on the Northeast Expressway, offering a consistent pace. While primarily interstate, the route transitions to US 22 as you approach your destination, potentially offering a slight change in scenery and speed. Overall, this drive is characterized by its efficiency, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northeast Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 28.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Northeast Expressway and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 107.7 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 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
30.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
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 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
6
36.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 North: Columbus
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
7
65.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward SR 435: Washington Court House
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 65
Toward SR 435: Washington Court House
6
65.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
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 Cincinnati, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
30.1 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Expressway | 28.8 mi | 35m |
| I 71 | 28 mi | 30m |
| US 22 | 24.3 mi | 35m |
| US 35 | 12.3 mi | 13m |
| SR 350 | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| SR 753 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Middleboro Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| US 23 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Northeast Expressway
— 28.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cincinnati, OH and Logan Elm Village, OH.
1
Start on Ohio Avenue
99 ft
·
6 sec
·
Ohio Avenue
2
Turn right onto West McMillan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West McMillan Avenue
3
Continue on East McMillan Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East McMillan Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 71
29 mi
·
35 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn right onto SR 123
515 ft
·
12 sec
·
SR 123
8
Turn left onto SR 350
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 350
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto C-45
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Middleboro Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto SR 350 Truck; C-7
336 ft
·
10 sec
·
Wilmington Road
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
12
Merge onto I 71
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 71
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 65
Toward SR 435: Washington Court House
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto SR 435
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Old United States Highway 35
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
Use the right lane.
16
Merge onto US 35
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 35
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward SR 753
18
Turn left onto SR 753
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 753
19
Turn right onto US 22
24 mi
·
35 min
·
US 22
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US23: Chilicothe
21
Merge onto US 23
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 23
22
Turn left onto Logan Elm Boulevard
476 ft
·
22 sec
·
Logan Elm Boulevard
23
At end of road, turn right onto Chippewa Drive
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Chippewa Drive
24
Turn left onto Wyandot Drive
242 ft
·
10 sec
·
Wyandot Drive
25
Arrive at destination
Wyandot Drive
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 107.7-mile drive, flexibility is key. Leaving in the mid-morning can help you avoid the worst of rush hour traffic in Cincinnati. Since the total duration is just over two hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge as the longest stretch without an exit is nearly 29 miles. The estimated fuel cost of $17 suggests you can plan your budget easily. Consider taking advantage of the highway share by using your preferred navigation app for real-time traffic updates, especially as you transition from I-71 to US 22 near Logan Elm Village.
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 53.9 miles from Cincinnati, OH, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.8 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 24 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 11m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Logan Elm Village, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cincinnati, 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 Cincinnati, OH
This is one driving day of about 107.7 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Cincinnati, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Northeast Expressway for about 28.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.9 mi from Cincinnati, OH · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.9 miles from Cincinnati, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Logan Elm Village, OH
The final approach into Logan Elm Village, 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 Logan Elm Village, 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
$16.71 one way
$33.43 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $18.55 | $37.10 |
| premium | $4.91 | $20.81 | $41.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.78 | $47.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.31 | $5.17 |
| Efficient EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.08 | $6.89 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Logan Elm Village, OH
Night in Logan Elm Village on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Wilmington, OH
54 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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 23m 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 Cincinnati, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH covers 107.7 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northeast Expressway, I 71, US 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.9 miles from Cincinnati, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.71 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 demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 107.7 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 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
On the drive from Cincinnati, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
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