Origin
Logan, OH
Evening in Logan on Sunday
Local time
8:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Logan, OH to Columbus, OH
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
49.7 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
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6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Logan, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Columbus, OH
Andy Staver
Trip Overview
Traveling from Logan to Columbus is a straightforward 49.7-mile journey that typically takes about one hour and two minutes. Because this trip is short and efficient, it is perfect for a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $7 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly way to move between the Midwest regions of these two Ohio hubs. You will primarily utilize the Lancaster Bypass, the Southeast Expressway, and the Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest to navigate the transition between these cities. Since the drive is so manageable, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Overall, this route offers a practical and direct connection for anyone looking to bridge the gap between Logan and the state capital.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.8 miles from Logan, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
This mixed-drive route balances fast-paced highway travel with more localized road segments. With a highway share of 39 percent, you will find periods of steady cruising punctuated by transitions onto regional roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs along the 13.3-mile Lancaster Bypass, which provides a brief, consistent flow before you navigate toward your final destination. As you progress from the quieter outskirts of Logan toward the denser corridors leading into Columbus, the character of the road shifts from open stretches to more integrated transit paths. Expect a functional drive that requires your attention as you move through these varying road types.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lancaster Bypass is the longest continuous segment at about 13.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 93 / South Mulberry Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 49.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 93 / South Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles (US 33 / Lancaster Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 93 / South Mulberry Street
Turn right onto SR 93 / South Mulberry Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
14 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 33 / Lancaster Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto US 33 / Lancaster Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
44.4 mi into trip
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~52m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 128A
Toward I 70 West: Columbus
7
48.3 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 101B
Toward Downtown
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Bypass | 13.3 mi | 14m |
| Southeast Expressway | 8.9 mi | 11m |
| Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| US 33 | 6.9 mi | 7m |
| Logan-Lancaster Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| East Freeway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| College Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lancaster Bypass
— 13.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Logan, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on East Main Street
58 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 93
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Mulberry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto US 33
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
US 33
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 33
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 33
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Logan-Lancaster Road
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 33
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Lancaster Bypass
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 33
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 33
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 33
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the slight left lane.
11
Continue on US 33
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
College Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 33
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
College Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 128A
Toward I 70 West: Columbus
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 70
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Freeway
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 101B
Toward Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on East Mound Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Mound Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Grant Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto East State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 62-minute trip, you have the advantage of being able to leave at virtually any time of day without needing to worry about long-distance fatigue. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is easily managed in a single, continuous stretch. Before you head out, ensure your tank is ready for the $7 fuel cost, as there are no mandated breaks required for this duration. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between the Southeast Expressway and the Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest to ensure you stay on track. Embracing the flexibility of this short drive allows you to maximize your time once you arrive in Columbus.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 24.8 miles from Logan, OH, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.3 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 49.7 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.8 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Logan, 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 Logan, OH
This is one driving day of about 49.7 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Logan, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Lancaster Bypass for about 13.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from Logan, OH · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Logan, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, OH
The final approach into Columbus, 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 Columbus, 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
$7.43 one way
$14.87 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
| premium | $4.79 | $9.37 | $18.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Evening in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
8:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
1h 2m 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 Logan, OH to Columbus, OH covers 49.7 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lancaster Bypass, Southeast Expressway, Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.8 miles from Logan, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.43 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 49.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 93 / South Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles (US 33 / Lancaster Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Logan, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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