Origin
Jeffersonville, OH
Morning in Jeffersonville on Friday
Local time
9:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jeffersonville, OH to Cincinnati, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
68.5 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jeffersonville, OH
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Cincinnati, OH
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Trip Overview
Jeffersonville, OH to Cincinnati, OH is 68.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 21 minutes via I 71, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest journey keeps you on major roadways for almost the entire trip, making it a straightforward transit between two Ohio locations. Given its short duration and highway focus, this route is ideal for a quick relocation or a day trip with minimal fuss. You'll spend the bulk of your time on I 71, which is a well-traveled corridor. Plan for this drive to be an efficient use of your time, getting you from point A to point B without much deviation.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 68.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 65 miles on I 71, offering a consistent pace for the majority of your journey. The drive is primarily characterized by the fast-paced environment of interstate travel, with limited transitions to local roads like State Street and William Howard Taft Road closer to your destination. Expect a smooth, predictable driving experience as you navigate this efficient path.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 65 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and State Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 734 / West High Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 68.5 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (SR 734 / West High Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (SR 41; SR 729; SR 734 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 734 / West High Street
Turn left onto SR 734 / West High Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 41; SR 729; SR 734 / South Main Street
Turn right onto SR 41; SR 729; SR 734 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
8
66.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward Taft Road, Martin Luther King Drive
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 3A; 3B
Toward Taft Road, Martin Luther King Drive
7
66.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Taft Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward Taft Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 65 mi | 1h 13m |
| State Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| William Howard Taft Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Calhoun Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ohio Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West High Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 65 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersonville, OH and Cincinnati, OH.
1
Start on this road
33 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto SR 734
216 ft
·
6 sec
·
West High Street
3
Turn right onto SR 41; SR 729; SR 734
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on SR 41; SR 729; SR 734
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 71
65 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 3A; 3B
Toward Taft Road, Martin Luther King Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Taft Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn straight onto William Howard Taft Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
William Howard Taft Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on Calhoun Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Calhoun Street
11
Turn left onto Ohio Avenue
340 ft
·
13 sec
·
Ohio Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Ohio Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.2 mi from Jeffersonville, OH · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.2 miles from Jeffersonville, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65 miles.
Arriving in Cincinnati, OH
The final approach into Cincinnati, 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
$10.63 one way
$21.26 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.80 | $23.60 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.24 | $26.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.12 | $30.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Cincinnati, OH
Morning in Cincinnati on Friday
Local time
9:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Montgomery, OH
34 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
18 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
1h 21m 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 Jeffersonville, OH to Cincinnati, OH covers 68.5 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, State Street, William Howard Taft 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 34.2 miles from Jeffersonville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.63 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 68.5 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (SR 734 / West High Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (SR 41; SR 729; SR 734 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Jeffersonville, OH to Cincinnati, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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