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Trip from Dublin, OH to Defiance, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 45m

Distance

123.6 mi

199 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 35m ★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Ohio, United States

Dublin, OH

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city in and the county seat of Defiance County, Ohio, United States

Defiance, OH

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Trip Overview

The drive from Dublin, OH to Defiance, OH covers 123.6 miles and takes about 2h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 33, North Defiance Street, SR 117 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.7 miles on US 33. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.18 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

61.8 miles from Dublin, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 123.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (51%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Dublin, OH to Defiance, OH covers 123.6 miles and takes about 2h 45m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mill Lane.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mill Lane): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.4 miles (SR 117; SR 309 / East Elm Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Mill Lane

Turn right onto Mill Lane

Navigation decision point

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street

Turn left onto US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
4
75.4 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in | SR 117; SR 309 / East Elm Street

Enter roundabout onto SR 117; SR 309 / East Elm Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
122.3 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in | SR 15 / Ottawa Avenue

Enter roundabout onto SR 15 / Ottawa Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
123.6 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in | Auglaize Street

Turn right onto Auglaize Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 33 46.7 mi 51m
North Defiance Street 25.5 mi 38m
SR 117 16.6 mi 24m
Ottawa Road - North Perrysburg Road 13.5 mi 18m
Bellefontaine Road 9.9 mi 14m
North West Street 3.1 mi 4m
Ottawa Road 2.6 mi 3m
Ottawa Avenue 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 33 — 46.7 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dublin, OH and Defiance, OH.

1

Start on this road

103 ft · 9 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Mill Lane

128 ft · 12 sec · Mill Lane
3

Turn left onto US 33; SR 161

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Bridge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Turn straight onto US 33; SR 161

47 mi · 51 min · US 33; SR 161
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
6

Continue on SR 117

17 mi · 24 min · SR 117
7

Continue on SR 117

9.9 mi · 14 min · Bellefontaine Road
8

Turn straight onto SR 117; SR 309

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Harding Highway
9

Turn straight onto SR 117; SR 309

0.8 mi · 1 min · Bellefontaine Avenue
10

Enter roundabout onto SR 117; SR 309

186 ft · 3 sec · East Elm Street
11

Continue on SR 117; SR 309

0.6 mi · 52 sec · East Elm Street
12

Turn right onto SR 65

0.4 mi · 38 sec · South Central Avenue
13

Turn left onto SR 65; SR 81

0.2 mi · 25 sec · East North Street
14

Turn right onto SR 65

0.6 mi · 58 sec · North Elizabeth Street
15

Turn left onto SR 65

475 ft · 12 sec · West Grand Avenue
16

Turn right onto SR 65

3.1 mi · 4 min · North West Street
17

Turn slight right onto SR 65

2.6 mi · 3 min · Ottawa Road
18

Continue on SR 65

0.2 mi · 13 sec · South Perrysburg Road
19

Continue on SR 65

14 mi · 18 min · Ottawa Road - North Perrysburg Road
20

Continue on SR 15; SR 65; SR 109

0.2 mi · 20 sec · North Perry Street
21

Turn left onto SR 15

25 mi · 38 min · North Defiance Street
22

Enter roundabout onto SR 15

110 ft · 2 sec · Ottawa Avenue
23

Continue on SR 15

0.9 mi · 1 min · Ottawa Avenue
24

Continue on SR 15

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Douglas Street
25

Turn left onto SR 15; SR 18

0.3 mi · 25 sec · East 2nd Street
26

Turn right onto Auglaize Street

25 ft · 1 sec · Auglaize Street
27

Arrive at destination

Auglaize 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.8 miles from Dublin, OH, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.7 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 27 miles or 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 61.8 miles or 1h 14m 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 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Defiance, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dublin, 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 Dublin, OH

This is one driving day of about 123.6 miles and 2h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Dublin, 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 US 33 for about 46.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 61.8 mi from Dublin, OH · 1h 14m into the drive

Downtown Beaverdam, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beaverdam, OH

62 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

Plain City, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ada, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 61.8 miles from Dublin, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Defiance, OH

The final approach into Defiance, 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 Defiance, OH.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

La Jaliscience Mexican Restaurant & Groceries

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Defiance, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 123.6

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+14197821612

Visit website

Cancun Mexican Restaurant Ottawa

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ottawa, Ohio

0.3 mi

Cabin Fever Coffee (Downtown)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Defiance, Ohio

0.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Well Grounded Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ottawa, Ohio

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 97.1

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+14199692288

Visit website

Eric's Ice Cream Factory

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Defiance, Ohio

1.3 mi

Cabin Fever Coffee (Southside)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Defiance, Ohio

1.7 mi

La Jaliscience Mexican Restaurant & Groceries

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 123.6

Defiance, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+14197821612

Visit website

Cancun Mexican Restaurant Ottawa

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 97.1

Ottawa, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14199691066

Cabin Fever Coffee (Downtown)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 123.6

Defiance, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+14197825400

Visit website

Bud's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 123.6

Defiance, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+14197829101

Visit website

Maverick Smokehouse

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 123.6

Defiance, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–6:30 pm

+14195765556

Visit website

REBoL

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Dublin, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+16143894751

Visit website

Henry's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 97.1

Ottawa, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+14195233663

Visit website

The Rumor Mill Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 123.6

Defiance, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+14199807411

Well Grounded Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 97.1

Ottawa, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+14199692288

Visit website

Eric's Ice Cream Factory

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 123.6

Defiance, Ohio

Hours: 12–9 pm

+14197702422

Visit website

Cabin Fever Coffee (Southside)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 123.6

Defiance, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+14197825400

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.5

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 5:30 am–11 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

Vibe Coffeehouse & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.5

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+15672895394

Visit website

Our Town Roast

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.5

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–3:30 pm

+15677126029

Visit website

Light on The Corner

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 79.5

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15673713267

Racers Cafe

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 79.5

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+14199983129

Visit website

Legends GSS

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 97.1

Ottawa, Ohio

Hours: 4–11 pm

+14195230022

Visit website

Leatherlips Sculpture

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Dublin, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

Visit website

Emerald Fields

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Dublin, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–8:30 pm

+16144104700

Visit website

Western Sizzlin

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 79.5

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+14193316644

Visit website

Westwood Saloon

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 123.6

Defiance, Ohio

Hours: 5:30 pm–2:30 am

+14197844645

Duling Family Farms

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 97.1

Ottawa, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.18 one way

$38.36 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $21.29 $42.58
premium $4.91 $23.89 $47.78
diesel $5.61 $27.29 $54.58

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 43.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 37.1 0 $12.98 $5.93
Efficient EV 30.9 0 $10.82 $4.94
EV Truck/SUV 49.4 0 $17.30 $7.91

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Dublin, OH

Morning in Dublin on Saturday

Local time

8:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Defiance, OH

Morning in Defiance on Saturday

Local time

8:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

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

2h 45m 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 Dublin, OH to Defiance, OH covers 123.6 miles and takes about 2h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 33, North Defiance Street, SR 117. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 61.8 miles from Dublin, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.18 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 straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mill Lane): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.4 miles (SR 117; SR 309 / East Elm Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

The route from Dublin, OH to Defiance, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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.

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