Origin
Columbus, OH
Late night in Columbus on Thursday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbus, OH to Fredericktown, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
53.9 mi
87 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
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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Fredericktown, OH
Valeriia Miller
Trip Overview
This straightforward 53.9-mile drive from Columbus to Fredericktown, Ohio, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-71 for about 80% of the journey, it offers a direct and efficient route through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this highway-focused drive is a budget-friendly option for a quick excursion. You'll find this route to be a practical choice for a short getaway or a necessary leg of a larger Midwest adventure.
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
26.9 miles from Columbus, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with I-71 forming the backbone of this 53.9-mile journey. You'll spend the majority of your time on this interstate, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 41.3 miles. While mostly high-speed interstate driving, the route does incorporate segments of West Sandusky Street and State Route 95, offering a slight shift in pace. This blend means a quick transit time, but be prepared for the consistent feel of highway travel for most of the 1 hour and 10 minute duration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 41.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and West Sandusky Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South High Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (South High Street): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South High Street
Turn right onto South High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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
43.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward SR 95: Mount Gilead, Fredericktown
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 151
Toward SR 95: Mount Gilead, Fredericktown
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 41.3 mi | 45m |
| West Sandusky Street | 8.3 mi | 15m |
| State Route 95 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Long Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Cleveland Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South High Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East State Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Edgehill Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 41.3 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Fredericktown, 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
41 mi
·
45 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 151
Toward SR 95: Mount Gilead, Fredericktown
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto SR 95
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 95
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on SR 95
8.3 mi
·
15 min
·
West Sandusky Street
13
Turn left onto North Edgehill Drive
98 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Edgehill Drive
14
Arrive at destination
North Edgehill Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 10 minute duration, this route offers great flexibility. You can depart Columbus at your leisure, perhaps aiming to leave mid-morning to avoid rush hour. Since the longest stretch on I-71 is 41.3 miles, you won't need frequent fuel stops, and the $8 fuel cost suggests a single fill-up is likely sufficient. Keep an eye out for the transition from I-71 to State Route 95 as you approach Fredericktown, as this is where the character of the drive changes most noticeably.
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 26.9 miles from Columbus, OH, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.3 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 12 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.9 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fredericktown, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Columbus, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Columbus, OH
This is one driving day of about 53.9 miles and 1h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Columbus, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 41.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.9 mi from Columbus, OH · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.9 miles from Columbus, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fredericktown, OH
The final approach into Fredericktown, 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
$8.37 one way
$16.73 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.28 | $18.57 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.42 | $20.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.90 | $23.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Fredericktown, OH
Late night in Fredericktown on Thursday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Berkshire, OH
27 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
18 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
1h 10m 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 Fredericktown, OH covers 53.9 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, West Sandusky Street, State Route 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.9 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 $8.37 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 53.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (South High Street): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
The route from Columbus, OH to Fredericktown, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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