Origin
Crestline, OH
Morning in Crestline on Thursday
Local time
7:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crestline, OH to Columbus, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
64.1 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crestline, OH
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Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Crestline to Columbus, Ohio, covers 64.3 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes. This straightforward drive is perfectly suited as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stops. Expect to spend around $10 on fuel for this relatively short excursion. The route primarily utilizes local roads, offering a less hurried travel experience compared to major highways. As both locations are within the Midwest region, you'll remain in familiar territory throughout your drive. This makes it a convenient option for a quick visit or transit between these two Ohio communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 64.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a 'turn-heavy local drive' rather than a high-speed highway experience. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating through local streets and state routes for the entire 64.3 miles. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be more engaged with the changing scenery and traffic patterns typical of smaller towns and county roads. This type of route offers a more intimate connection with the landscape and local life as you make your way south.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 29.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and State Route 61. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.1 miles you will encounter 17 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 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles (US 42; SR 61 / South Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Lane positioning matters here; at 62 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward SR 598: Galion, Shelby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 598: Galion, Shelby
7
19.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 42; SR 61 / South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 42; SR 61 / South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
62 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 109A
Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
7
62.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 670 West: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 670 West: Dayton
6
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
East State Street
Turn right onto East State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Crestline, OH to Columbus, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Shelby along the way.
Shelby
4.1 mi in
|
~6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 29.7 mi | 32m |
| State Route 61 | 19.5 mi | 27m |
| SR 61 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Portland Way North | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| US 30 | 1.9 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Northeast Freeway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Thoman Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 29.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crestline, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on North Seltzer Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Seltzer Street
2
Turn right onto West Bucyrus Street
245 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Bucyrus Street
3
Turn left onto SR 61
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Thoman Street
4
Continue on SR 61
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 61
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 30 West: Bucyrus
6
Merge onto US 30
1.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 30
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward SR 598: Galion, Shelby
8
Turn left onto SR 598
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Route 598
9
Continue on SR 598
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Portland Way North
10
Continue on SR 61; SR 309
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 61; SR 309
11
Turn left onto SR 61
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 61
12
Continue on SR 61
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
13
Continue on US 42; SR 61
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn slight left onto SR 61
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 61
15
Continue on SR 61
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Sunbury State Road
16
Continue on SR 61
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 61
17
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
18
Merge onto I 71
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 109A
Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 670 West: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto I 670
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
22
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast Freeway
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
Toward US 23 South
23
Turn straight onto US 23
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn right onto East State Street
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
East State Street
Use the right lane.
25
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.1 mi from Crestline, OH · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Crestline, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, OH
The final approach into Columbus, 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
$9.95 one way
$19.90 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.39 | $24.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Columbus, OH
Morning in Columbus on Thursday
Local time
7:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Mount Gilead, OH
32 mi in
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
2 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 26m 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 Crestline, OH to Columbus, OH covers 64.1 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, State Route 61, SR 61. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.1 miles from Crestline, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.95 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 64.1 miles you will encounter 17 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 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles (US 42; SR 61 / South Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Lane positioning matters here; at 62 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Crestline, OH to Columbus, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Shelby along the way.
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