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Trip from Columbus, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

43m

Distance

27.9 mi

45 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 40m ★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

capital city of Ohio, United States of America

Columbus, OH

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Downtown Logan Elm Village, OH, OH

Logan Elm Village, OH

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Trip Overview

This 27.9-mile drive from Columbus to Logan Elm Village, Ohio, is a manageable 43-minute journey perfect for a single day trip. With no highway driving, you'll stick to local roads like Portsmouth - Columbus Road and South High Street, making it a straightforward excursion through the Midwest region. The estimated fuel cost is around $4, which is quite economical for a short trip. Given its brevity, this route offers flexibility, allowing you to depart at your convenience and enjoy the local scenery without the need for an overnight stay. It's a simple, cost-effective drive for anyone looking to explore the area surrounding Columbus.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

14 miles from Columbus, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with 0% highway share. The majority of your travel, a continuous stretch of 18.6 miles, will be on Portsmouth - Columbus Road. This suggests a journey that involves frequent navigation through local streets and potentially slower speeds as you move away from more major thoroughfares. The driving experience will likely be characterized by navigating residential areas and smaller towns rather than open highway cruising. Be prepared for a more engaging, albeit potentially slower, driving experience as you make your way south.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Portsmouth - Columbus Road is the longest continuous segment at about 18.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East State Street.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Columbus, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East State Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles (Logan Elm Boulevard): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East State Street

Turn right onto East State Street

Navigation decision point

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | South High Street

Turn left onto South High Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
27.7 mi into trip | ~42m in | Logan Elm Boulevard

Turn left onto Logan Elm Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
27.8 mi into trip | ~42m in | Chippewa Drive

At end of road, turn right onto Chippewa Drive

Navigation decision point

4
27.9 mi into trip | ~43m in | Wyandot Drive

Turn left onto Wyandot Drive

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Portsmouth - Columbus Road 18.6 mi 24m
South High Street 9 mi 17m
Chippewa Drive 0.1 mi <1m
East State Street 0.1 mi <1m
Logan Elm Boulevard <0.1 mi <1m
Wyandot Drive <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Portsmouth - Columbus Road — 18.6 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Logan Elm Village, OH.

1

Start on this road

77 ft · 5 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto East State Street

0.1 mi · 26 sec · East State Street
3

Turn left onto South High Street

9.0 mi · 17 min · South High Street
Use the left lane.
4

Continue on US 23

19 mi · 24 min · Portsmouth - Columbus Road
Use the straight lane.
5

Turn left onto Logan Elm Boulevard

476 ft · 22 sec · Logan Elm Boulevard
6

At end of road, turn right onto Chippewa Drive

0.1 mi · 36 sec · Chippewa Drive
7

Turn left onto Wyandot Drive

242 ft · 10 sec · Wyandot Drive
8

Arrive at destination

Wyandot Drive

Trip Plan

For this short 43-minute drive covering 27.9 miles, departing at your leisure is a key advantage. Since there are no designated stops and the longest uninterrupted stretch is 18.6 miles, you can easily complete this trip in one go without needing to plan for extended breaks. The estimated fuel cost of $4 makes it an economical choice, so a full tank is all you'll likely need. Pay close attention to local traffic signals and turns, especially on Portsmouth - Columbus Road, as this is a turn-heavy local route. Enjoy the ease of this direct journey from Columbus to 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 14 miles from Columbus, OH, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.6 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 27.9 miles or 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 14 miles or 24m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 37m

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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Columbus, OH.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Columbus, OH

This is one driving day of about 27.9 miles and 43m.

At 27.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Portsmouth - Columbus Road for about 18.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 14 mi from Columbus, OH · 24m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Circleville, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

South Bloomfield, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 14 miles from Columbus, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Logan Elm Village, OH

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Logan Elm Village, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.33 one way

$8.66 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 10 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $4.81 $9.61
premium $4.91 $5.39 $10.78
diesel $5.61 $6.16 $12.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 8.4 0 $2.93 $1.34
Efficient EV 7 0 $2.44 $1.12
EV Truck/SUV 11.2 0 $3.91 $1.79

Gas CO2

10 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (70% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Columbus, OH

Night in Columbus on Wednesday

Local time

11:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Logan Elm Village, OH

Night in Logan Elm Village on Wednesday

Local time

11:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°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

11 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

43m 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 Logan Elm Village, OH covers 27.9 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Portsmouth - Columbus Road, South High Street, Chippewa Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14 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 $4.33 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.
The drive from Columbus, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East State Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles (Logan Elm Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Columbus, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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