Origin
Colerain, OH
Evening in Colerain on Sunday
Local time
8:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
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2h 57m
Distance
136.1 mi
219 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colerain, OH
Eugene Laszczewski
Willard, OH
Nathan Marcam
Spanning 136.1 miles across the Ohio Midwest, this trip connects Colerain to Willard in approximately 2 hours and 57 minutes. It is a straightforward journey that fits perfectly into a single day, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. With a modest fuel budget of about $20, it is an accessible route for a quick weekend getaway or a necessary transit. You will spend your time navigating a mix of US 250, Cadiz-Dennison Road, and US 224 as you transition through the heart of the state. Because the drive is under three hours, it offers plenty of flexibility, allowing you to depart at your leisure without feeling rushed to reach your destination before dark.
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
68 miles from Colerain, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Expect a mixed driving experience as you balance highway speeds with more localized travel. About 50% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a nice contrast to the slower, more deliberate pace of the secondary roads. You should prepare for a consistent flow, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being 47 miles on US 250. This creates a varied rhythm behind the wheel, where you can settle into a steady cruising speed before navigating the tighter segments of the route. It is a practical drive that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate-focused trip, keeping you engaged with the changing landscape as you move toward Willard.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 17.8 miles in near US 250 / Cadiz-Dennison Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 136.1 miles you will encounter 15 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 17.8 miles (US 250 / Cadiz-Dennison Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.2 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 miles (US 250; SR 800 / Water Street): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 250 / Cadiz-Dennison Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto US 250; SR 800 / Water Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Between Colerain, OH and Willard, OH, road signs point toward New Philadelphia and Massillon.
New Philadelphia
Massillon
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 250 | 47 mi | 56m |
| Cadiz-Dennison Road | 21.4 mi | 30m |
| US 224 | 16.1 mi | 21m |
| Water Street | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| Cadiz-Harrisville Road | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Pleasant Grove Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| United States Highway 250 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| West Lincoln Way | 3.3 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Colerain, OH and Willard, OH.
Start on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Turn slight left onto Deersville Avenue
Turn right onto US 250
Continue on US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
Turn right onto US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250
Turn left onto US 250
Turn left onto US 250
Keep slight left at fork onto Dover Road
Continue on SR 302
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 30; US 250; SR 3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
Continue on US 250
Turn right onto US 42; US 250
Turn left onto US 250
Enter roundabout onto US 250; SR 60
Continue on US 250; SR 60
Continue on US 250; SR 60
Continue on US 250; SR 60
Turn straight onto US 250
Turn left onto US 224
Continue on SR 99
Turn left onto SR 103
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best suits your schedule without needing to stress over a rigid itinerary. Budgeting for one planned stop is a smart way to break up the nearly three-hour duration and keep your energy levels high. Keep in mind that while the route is manageable, the mix of road types means you should stay alert for shifting speed limits as you move between US 250 and US 224. To ensure a smooth experience, make sure your vehicle is prepared for the steady 136.1-mile haul before you head out. Prioritize your single stop around the midpoint of the journey to maximize your comfort behind the wheel.
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.
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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68 miles or 1h 30m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Willard, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Colerain, 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 Colerain, OH
This is one driving day of about 136.1 miles and 2h 57m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68 mi from Colerain, OH · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 68 miles from Colerain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Willard, 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 Willard, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$20.36 one way
$40.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $22.73 | $45.46 |
| premium | $4.79 | $25.67 | $51.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.24 | $60.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.29 | $6.53 |
| Efficient EV | 34 | 0 | $11.91 | $5.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.05 | $8.71 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Colerain on Sunday
Local time
8:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Willard on Sunday
Local time
8:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
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60°F
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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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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