Origin
Hobson, OH
Afternoon in Hobson on Thursday
Local time
12:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hobson, OH to Rutland, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
9m
Distance
6.6 mi
11 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 8m
★
6 AM
0h 9m
8 AM
0h 11m
10 AM
0h 10m
12 PM
0h 9m
3 PM
0h 10m
5 PM
0h 11m
8 PM
0h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rutland, OH
Joel Zar
Trip Overview
The drive from Hobson, OH to Rutland, OH covers 6.6 miles and takes about 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on OH State Route 124, SR 7, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.2 miles on OH State Route 124. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 9m. Total distance: 6.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 9m highway drive covering 6.6 miles, with most of the trip on OH State Route 124 and SR 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 3.2 miles on OH State Route 124.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OH State Route 124 is the longest continuous segment at about 3.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OH State Route 124 and SR 7. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 7.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hobson, OH to Rutland, OH is easy. At 9m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 7): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (SR 124 / OH State Route 124): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 7
At end of road, turn right onto SR 7
Navigation decision point
4
2.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
SR 124 / OH State Route 124
Turn left onto SR 124 / OH State Route 124
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OH State Route 124 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| SR 7 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Hobson Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OH State Route 124
— 3.2 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobson, OH and Rutland, OH.
1
Start on C-21
313 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hobson Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 7
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 7
3
Turn left onto SR 124
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
OH State Route 124
4
Continue on SR 124
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Arrive at destination
SR 124
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.02 one way
$2.05 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $1.14 | $2.27 |
| premium | $4.91 | $1.28 | $2.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.46 | $2.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.58 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Rutland, OH
Afternoon in Rutland on Thursday
Local time
12:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
9m 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 Hobson, OH to Rutland, OH covers 6.6 miles and takes about 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OH State Route 124, SR 7, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.3 miles from Hobson, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.02 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 Hobson, OH to Rutland, OH is easy. At 9m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 7): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (SR 124 / OH State Route 124): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hobson, OH to Rutland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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