Origin
Harlem, OH
Morning in Harlem on Friday
Local time
9:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
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Trip from Harlem, OH to Colerain, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
124.5 mi
200 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harlem, OH
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Colerain, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
This 124.5-mile drive from Harlem to Colerain, Ohio, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. You'll primarily travel on I-70, Newark Road, and SR 37, with about 65% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this Midwest stretch is around $19. Given its relatively short duration and focused highway profile, this route is ideal for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. You'll find the drive straightforward and efficient, perfect for a quick transit between these two Ohio locations.
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
62.3 miles from Harlem, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 124.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 124.5-mile journey, with 65% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-70. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 61 miles on I-70, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, expect transitions onto SR 37 and Newark Road, which may offer a slightly different driving experience. This mix means you'll experience periods of steady highway travel interspersed with sections that might feel more local. The overall character is one of efficient transit rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 61 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and SR 37. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in near SR 161 / New Albany Bypass.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 124.5 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 7 miles (SR 161 / New Albany Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
SR 161 / New Albany Bypass
Merge onto SR 161 / New Albany Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
37.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward SR 146: Hanover, Zanesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 146: Hanover, Zanesville
5
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Navigation decision point
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
5
115.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 40: National Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 215
Toward US 40: National Road
5
121.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
Barton Crescent Road
At end of road, turn right onto Barton Crescent Road
Navigation decision point
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 Harlem, OH to Colerain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Zanesville along the way.
Zanesville
37.9 mi in
|
~45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 61 mi | 1h 5m |
| SR 37 | 20.3 mi | 22m |
| Newark Road | 13.5 mi | 19m |
| New Albany Bypass | 10.5 mi | 11m |
| Barton Road | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| New Albany - Condit Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Barton Colerain Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Nashport Road | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 61 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harlem, OH and Colerain, OH.
1
Start on Gorsuch Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Gorsuch Road
2
Turn right onto CR 18
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Miller-Paul Road
3
Turn left onto Fancher Road
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Fancher Road
4
Enter roundabout onto SR 605
43 ft
·
0 sec
·
State Road 605
5
Continue on SR 605
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Road 605
6
Continue on SR 605
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
New Albany - Condit Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on SR 605
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North High Street
8
Turn left onto US 62
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Continue on US 62
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Johnstown Road
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
11
Merge onto SR 161
11 mi
·
11 min
·
New Albany Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on SR 37
20 mi
·
22 min
·
SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward SR 146: Hanover, Zanesville
14
Turn right onto SR 146
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Nashport Road
15
Continue on SR 146
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Newark Road
16
Continue on Newark Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Newark Road
17
Turn left onto Jackson Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Jackson Street
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
19
Merge onto I 70
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 70
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 215
Toward US 40: National Road
21
Turn left onto US 40
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
National Road West
22
Continue on US 40
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
23
Turn left onto Barton Road
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Barton Road
24
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
25
Turn left onto Barton Road
381 ft
·
11 sec
·
Barton Road
26
At end of road, turn right onto Barton Crescent Road
177 ft
·
4 sec
·
Barton Crescent Road
27
Continue on Barton Colerain Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Barton Colerain Road
28
At end of road, turn right onto US 250
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Colerain Road
29
Arrive at destination
US 250
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 35-minute drive, consider leaving in the morning to maximize your day, though its manageable distance offers flexibility. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 61 miles on I-70, you can easily complete this trip without needing to break it up. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments; the estimated fuel cost is $19. A practical tip for this route: since much of it is on I-70, be aware of potential traffic during peak commuting hours around larger towns, which could add a little time to your 2h 35m estimate.
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 62.3 miles from Harlem, OH, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.3 miles or 1h 18m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colerain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harlem, 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 Harlem, OH
This is one driving day of about 124.5 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Harlem, 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 I 70 for about 61 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.3 mi from Harlem, OH · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.3 miles from Harlem, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61 miles.
Arriving in Colerain, OH
The final approach into Colerain, 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 Colerain, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.32 one way
$38.64 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $21.44 | $42.89 |
| premium | $4.91 | $24.06 | $48.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.49 | $54.98 |
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: 43.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.07 | $5.98 |
| Efficient EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.89 | $4.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.43 | $7.97 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Colerain, OH
Morning in Colerain on Friday
Local time
9:54 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
20 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
2h 35m 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 Harlem, OH to Colerain, OH covers 124.5 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, SR 37, Newark Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.3 miles from Harlem, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.32 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 124.5 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 7 miles (SR 161 / New Albany Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Harlem, OH to Colerain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Zanesville along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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