Origin
Columbus, OH
Night in Columbus on Wednesday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbus, OH to Bethlehem, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
69 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
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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Bethlehem, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Columbus, OH to Bethlehem, OH covers 69 miles and takes about 1h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East State Street, South High Street, East Long Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.71 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
34.5 miles from Columbus, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 37m drive with frequent turns across 69 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East State Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Columbus, OH to Bethlehem, OH is easy. At 1h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Columbus, OH to Bethlehem, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East State Street | — | — |
| South High Street | — | — |
| East Long Street | — | — |
| Cleveland Avenue | — | — |
| I 71 | — | — |
| I 71 North | — | — |
| SR 61 | — | — |
| State Route 61 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East State Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Bethlehem, OH.
1
Start on the route
75 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
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
4
Turn right onto East Long Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Long Street
5
Turn left onto Cleveland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Cleveland Avenue
6
Take the ramp right toward I 71, I 670 East
197 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 71, I 670 East
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 71 North, I 670 East
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 71 North, I 670 East
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 71 North: Cleveland
9
Merge slight left
30 mi
·
33 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward SR 61: Mount Gilead, Galion
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
SR 61: Mount Gilead, Galion
11
Turn left onto State Route 61
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 61
12
Continue on Sunbury State Road
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Sunbury State Road
13
Continue on State Route 61
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 61
14
Continue on South Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
15
Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
16
Continue on State Route 61
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 61
17
At the end of the road, turn right
3.7 mi
·
5 min
18
Turn right onto Harding Way West
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Harding Way West
19
Turn left onto North East Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
North East Street
20
Turn right onto Charles Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Charles Street
21
Continue on Wachs Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Wachs Road
22
Continue on State Route 61
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 61
23
Continue on South Thoman Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Thoman Street
24
Turn right onto West Bucyrus Street
246 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Bucyrus Street
25
Turn left onto North Seltzer Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Seltzer Street
26
Turn straight
2.6 mi
·
4 min
27
Turn straight onto State Route 61
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 61
28
Turn right
72 ft
·
5 sec
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 34.5 miles from Columbus, OH, or about 48m into the drive.
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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.5 miles or 48m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethlehem, 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 69 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Columbus, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.5 mi from Columbus, OH · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.5 miles from Columbus, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bethlehem, OH
The final approach into Bethlehem, 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
$10.71 one way
$21.42 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.88 | $23.77 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.23 | $30.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.04 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.66 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Bethlehem, OH
Night in Bethlehem on Wednesday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Mount Gilead, OH
35 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
15 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 37m 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 Bethlehem, OH covers 69 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East State Street, South High Street, East Long Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.5 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 $10.71 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 Bethlehem, OH is easy. At 1h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Columbus, OH to Bethlehem, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Columbus, OH to Bethlehem, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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