The drive from Columbus, OH to Mayfield, OH covers 91 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, Greentree Road, SR 123 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 74.2 miles on I 71.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.12 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.
Midpoint
45.5 miles from Columbus, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 91 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 51m highway drive covering 91 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and Greentree Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 74.2 miles on I 71.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 74.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Greentree Road. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South High Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.2 miles (West Town Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Civic Center Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|South High Street
Turn left onto South High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|West Town Street
Turn right onto West Town Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|Civic Center Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Civic Center Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
75 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
6
75.3 mi into trip|~1h 23m in|SR 123
Turn right onto SR 123
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Columbus, OH to Mayfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
75 mi in|~1h 23m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
74.2 mi
1h 20m
Greentree Road
4.8 mi
6m
SR 123
3.8 mi
6m
SR 122
3 mi
5m
Union Road
2 mi
3m
Franklin Road
1.6 mi
3m
Sheffield Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Kensington Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 74.2 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Mayfield, 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
494 ft·20 sec·South High Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto West Town Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·West Town Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto Civic Center Drive
0.2 mi·27 sec·Civic Center Drive
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on South 2nd Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·South 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·14 sec
8
Merge onto I 71
74 mi·1 hr 20 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 32Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
10
Turn right onto SR 123
3.8 mi·6 min·SR 123
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn right onto South West Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·South West Street
12
Continue on Franklin Road
1.6 mi·3 min·Franklin Road
13
Continue on C-20
4.8 mi·6 min·Greentree Road
Use the left lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto T-33
22 ft·0 sec·Union Road
15
Continue on T-33
2.0 mi·3 min·Union Road
16
Turn left onto SR 122
3.0 mi·5 min·SR 122
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Kensington Street
266 ft·13 sec·Kensington Street
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Kensington Street
0.2 mi·45 sec·Kensington Street
19
Turn left onto Sheffield Street
0.2 mi·52 sec·Sheffield Street
20
Arrive at destination
Sheffield Street
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 45.5 miles from Columbus, OH, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.5 miles or 51m 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 Mayfield, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Columbus, OH
This is one driving day of about 91 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 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 74.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.5 mi from Columbus, OH
· 51m into the drive
The midpoint is around 45.5 miles from Columbus, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.2 miles.
Arriving in Mayfield, OH
The final approach into Mayfield, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 56.5
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 62.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.12 one way
$28.25 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$15.67
$31.35
premium
$4.91
$17.59
$35.17
diesel
$5.61
$20.09
$40.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.3
0
$9.56
$4.37
Efficient EV
22.8
0
$7.96
$3.64
EV Truck/SUV
36.4
0
$12.74
$5.82
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Late night
in Columbus on Saturday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mayfield, OH
Late night
in Mayfield on Saturday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Franklin, OH
46 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
9 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 51m 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 Mayfield, OH covers 91 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Greentree Road, SR 123. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.5 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 $14.12 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 91 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.2 miles (West Town Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Civic Center Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Columbus, OH to Mayfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
