Origin
Crystal Lakes, OH
Afternoon in Crystal Lakes on Thursday
Local time
12:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crystal Lakes, OH to Columbus, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Crystal Lakes, OH to Columbus, OH covers 59.9 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lake Shore Drive, Kennedy Road, North Lake Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 59m drive with frequent turns across 59.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lake Shore Drive 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Crystal Lakes, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 59m 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 Crystal Lakes, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Shore Drive | — | — |
| Kennedy Road | — | — |
| North Lake Road | — | — |
| Schiller Road | — | — |
| Medway-New Carlisle Road | — | — |
| Sycamore Street | — | — |
| Spangler Road | — | — |
| I 70 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Lake Shore Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crystal Lakes, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on Oak Road
157 ft
·
14 sec
·
Oak Road
2
Turn sharp left onto Lake Shore Drive
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lake Shore Drive
3
Turn right onto Kennedy Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Kennedy Road
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Lake Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Lake Road
5
Turn left onto Schiller Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Schiller Road
6
Turn right onto Medway-New Carlisle Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Medway-New Carlisle Road
7
Continue on Sycamore Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Sycamore Street
8
Continue on Spangler Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Spangler Road
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
10
Merge slight left
2.3 mi
·
2 min
11
Keep slight left
49 mi
·
53 min
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 670 East: Airport
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
14
Keep slight left to continue on US 23 South: Third Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 23 South: Third Street
15
Turn straight onto North Third Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
16
Turn right onto East State Street
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
East State Street
17
Turn right
89 ft
·
7 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Crystal Lakes, OH · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Crystal Lakes, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Columbus, 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
$9.30 one way
$18.59 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.32 | $20.63 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.58 | $23.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Columbus, OH
Afternoon in Columbus on Thursday
Local time
12:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Harmony, OH
30 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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m 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 Crystal Lakes, OH to Columbus, OH covers 59.9 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lake Shore Drive, Kennedy Road, North Lake Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 miles from Crystal Lakes, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.30 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 Crystal Lakes, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 59m 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 Crystal Lakes, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Crystal Lakes, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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