Origin
Columbus, OH
Late night in Columbus on Wednesday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbus, OH to Oakwood, OH
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
136.9 mi
220 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
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6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m
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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Oakwood, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
This 136.9-mile drive from Columbus, OH, to Oakwood, OH, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in about 2 hours and 34 minutes. With 97% of the route on highways, it's an efficient trip, perfect for a single day. The estimated fuel cost is around $21, making it an economical option for a quick getaway or an errand run within the Midwest region. You'll primarily navigate I-71 and I-271, with a brief section on East Long Street. This route is best suited for travelers seeking a direct path rather than a leisurely exploration.
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
68.4 miles from Columbus, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 136.9-mile trip, with 97% of your travel occurring on high-speed interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 110.9 miles on I-71, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. While the route is efficient, the character is largely defined by its interstate nature, offering minimal deviations from the fast lane. This drive is designed for covering ground quickly, so prepare for a steady, highway-centric feel from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 110.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 271. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 136.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.4 mi into trip
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~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
134.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward I 480 West, SR 14: Broadway Avenue, Forbes Road
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 21
Toward I 480 West, SR 14: Broadway Avenue, Forb...
8
136 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward SR 14: Broadway Avenue, Forbes Road
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 23
Toward SR 14: Broadway Avenue, Forbes Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 110.9 mi | 2h |
| I 271 | 21.7 mi | 23m |
| East Long Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| I 480 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Broadway Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Cleveland Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South High Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East State Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 110.9 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Oakwood, OH.
1
Start on this road
77 ft
·
5 sec
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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
111 mi
·
2 hr
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
22 mi
·
23 min
·
I 271
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 21
Toward I 480 West, SR 14: Broadway Avenue, Forbes Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 480; SR 14
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 480; SR 14
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 23
Toward SR 14: Broadway Avenue, Forbes Road
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on SR 14
514 ft
·
23 sec
·
Fair Oaks Road
15
Turn sharp right onto Broadway Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Tryon Road
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
Tryon Road
17
Arrive at destination
Tryon Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 34-minute duration, this drive is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. With only one stop recommended, you can easily manage your breaks. The estimated fuel cost of $21 means you won't need to budget heavily for gas. Keep an eye on I-71, as it forms the longest stretch of your journey at 110.9 miles; ensure you're fueled up before embarking on this significant segment. This route is all about efficiency, so planning your timing to avoid peak traffic on I-71 and I-271 will maximize your travel time.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.4 miles from Columbus, OH, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.9 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.4 miles or 1h 18m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakwood, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Columbus, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 136.9 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Columbus, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 110.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.4 mi from Columbus, OH · 1h 18m 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.4 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 110.9 miles.
Arriving in Oakwood, OH
The final approach into Oakwood, 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 Oakwood, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.25 one way
$42.49 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $23.58 | $47.16 |
| premium | $4.91 | $26.46 | $52.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.23 | $60.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.1 | 0 | $14.37 | $6.57 |
| Efficient EV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.98 | $5.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.17 | $8.76 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Oakwood, OH
Late night in Oakwood on Wednesday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Mansfield, OH
68 mi in
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 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
2h 34m 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 Oakwood, OH covers 136.9 miles and takes about 2h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, I 271, East Long Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.4 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 $21.25 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 136.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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.
The route from Columbus, OH to Oakwood, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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