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1h 51m
Distance
87.7 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbus, OH
Andy Staver
Goshen, OH
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The drive from Columbus, OH to Goshen, OH covers 87.7 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, US 22, SR 132 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.7 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
43.9 miles from Columbus, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
This is a 1h 51m highway drive covering 87.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and US 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 61.7 miles on I 71.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
613 ft
Total Descent
544 ft
Highest Point
1,066 ft
~47.5 mi in
Elevation Range
357 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 22. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South High Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 51m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (West Town Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Civic Center Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto South High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto West Town Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto Civic Center Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 73: Waynesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 61.7 mi | 1h 7m |
| US 22 | 10 mi | 14m |
| SR 132 | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| SR 380 | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| SR 123 | 3 mi | 5m |
| SR 28 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| SR 73 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Town Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Goshen, OH.
Start on this road
Turn right onto East State Street
Turn left onto South High Street
Turn right onto West Town Street
At end of road, turn left onto Civic Center Drive
Continue on South 2nd Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 71
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 73
Turn right onto SR 380
Turn right onto US 22; SR 3
Turn left onto SR 123
Turn right onto SR 132
Continue on SR 28; SR 132
Continue on SR 28; SR 132
Turn right onto Goshen Road
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
Arrive at destination
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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.9 miles or 49m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goshen, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Columbus, 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 Columbus, OH
This is one driving day of about 87.7 miles and 1h 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.9 mi from Columbus, OH · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 43.9 miles from Columbus, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.7 miles.
The final approach into Goshen, 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 Goshen, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$13.12 one way
$26.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $14.65 | $29.29 |
| premium | $4.79 | $16.54 | $33.08 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.48 | $38.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.67 | $3.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.28 | $5.61 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Goshen on Sunday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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