Origin
Columbus, OH
Afternoon in Columbus on Thursday
Local time
12:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbus, OH to Crestline, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
64.8 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbus, OH
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Crestline, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 64.8-mile drive from Columbus, OH to Crestline, OH is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 29 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $10, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. The route is primarily highway-focused, making for efficient travel. You'll spend most of your time on I-71 before transitioning to State Route 61 for the final leg. This journey is ideal if you're looking for a no-fuss drive with minimal planning required.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 64.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 64.8-mile journey, with 83% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll navigate a significant 30.3-mile stretch on I-71, offering a consistent, higher-speed driving environment. As you transition to State Route 61, the character of the drive might shift slightly, but the overall profile remains geared towards efficient travel. This isn't a winding scenic route, but rather a direct path designed for getting from point A to point B with ease.
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 30.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and State Route 61. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 71, I 670 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71, I 670 East
8
1.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North, I 670 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 670 East
7
1.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
32.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward SR 61: Mount Gilead, Galion
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 140
Toward SR 61: Mount Gilead, Galion
7
45.3 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
US 42; SR 61 / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 42; SR 61 / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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 Columbus, OH to Crestline, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Galion along the way.
Galion
32.4 mi in
|
~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 30.3 mi | 33m |
| State Route 61 | 19.8 mi | 27m |
| SR 61 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Charles Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Harding Way West | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Wachs Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South Thoman Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 30.3 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Crestline, OH.
1
Start on this road
77 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East State Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East State Street
3
Turn right onto South High Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South High Street
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto US 33
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Long Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto SR 3
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Cleveland Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
197 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 71, I 670 East
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 71 North, I 670 East
Use the slight left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 71
30 mi
·
33 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 140
Toward SR 61: Mount Gilead, Galion
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto SR 61
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 61
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Continue on SR 61
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Sunbury State Road
13
Continue on SR 61
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 61
14
Continue on US 42; SR 61
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on US 42; SR 61
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Continue on SR 61
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 61
17
At end of road, turn right onto SR 61; SR 309
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 61; SR 309
18
Turn right onto SR 19; SR 61; SR 309
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Harding Way West
19
Turn left onto SR 61; SR 309
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
North East Street
20
Turn right onto SR 61; SR 309
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Charles Street
21
Continue on SR 61
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Wachs Road
22
Continue on SR 61
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 61
23
Continue on SR 61
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Thoman Street
24
Turn right onto West Bucyrus Street
245 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Bucyrus Street
25
Turn left onto North Seltzer Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Seltzer Street
26
Arrive at destination
North Seltzer Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.4 mi from Columbus, OH · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.4 miles from Columbus, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Crestline, OH
The final approach into Crestline, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.06 one way
$20.11 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.52 | $25.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.31 | $28.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.07 | $4.15 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Crestline, OH
Afternoon in Crestline on Thursday
Local time
12:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 29m 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 Columbus, OH to Crestline, OH covers 64.8 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, State Route 61, SR 61. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.4 miles from Columbus, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.06 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 64.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Columbus, OH to Crestline, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Galion along the way.
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