Origin
McArthur, OH
Evening in McArthur on Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McArthur, OH to Columbus, OH
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
72.3 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from McArthur, OH to Columbus, OH covers 72.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Main Street, North Market Street, South Mulberry Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.22 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.2 miles from McArthur, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 72.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from McArthur, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from McArthur, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | — | — |
| North Market Street | — | — |
| South Mulberry Street | — | — |
| Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast | — | — |
| Logan-Lancaster Road | — | — |
| Lancaster Bypass | — | — |
| Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest | — | — |
| Southeast Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McArthur, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on the route
56 ft
·
9 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
190 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn right onto North Market Street
23 mi
·
33 min
·
North Market Street
4
Continue on South Mulberry Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Mulberry Street
5
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
6
Merge slight left
6.9 mi
·
7 min
7
Continue on Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast
8
Continue on Logan-Lancaster Road
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Logan-Lancaster Road
9
Keep slight left to continue on Lancaster Bypass
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Lancaster Bypass
10
Continue on Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
11
Continue on Southeast Expressway
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Southeast Expressway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Southeast Expressway
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Southeast Expressway
13
Continue on College Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
College Avenue
14
Continue on College Avenue
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
College Avenue
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West: Columbus
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 70 West: Columbus
16
Merge slight left onto East Freeway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Freeway
17
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Downtown
18
Continue on East Mound Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Mound Street
19
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Grant Avenue
20
Turn left onto East State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
21
Turn right
89 ft
·
7 sec
22
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.2 miles from McArthur, OH, or about 39m into the drive.
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 16 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.2 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving McArthur, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from McArthur, OH
This is one driving day of about 72.3 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from McArthur, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from McArthur, OH · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.22 one way
$22.44 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $12.45 | $24.91 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.97 | $27.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.96 | $31.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.12 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Logan, OH
36 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
17 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
1h 19m 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 McArthur, OH to Columbus, OH covers 72.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, North Market Street, South Mulberry Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.2 miles from McArthur, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.22 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 McArthur, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from McArthur, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from McArthur, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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