Origin
Mingo Junction, OH
Night in Mingo Junction on Sunday
Local time
10:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mingo Junction, OH to Columbus, OH
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
146.5 mi
236 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbus, OH
Andy Staver
Trip Overview
Traveling from Mingo Junction to Columbus covers 146.5 miles across the Ohio landscape. You can expect a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 51 minutes, making this a straightforward journey that fits easily into a single day of travel. By utilizing SR 7, East State Street, and a significant stretch of I-70, you will navigate through the heart of the Midwest. Budgeting about $22 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since the drive is manageable in one go, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. It is an efficient, practical way to connect these two points in Ohio.
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
73.2 miles from Mingo Junction, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 98% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a consistent rhythm once you reach I-70, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted segment of 123.9 miles. Expect a transition from the local connections of SR 7 and East State Street onto the interstate, where the driving character shifts to a more uniform, highway-focused pace. While it lacks the complexity of winding backroads, the route offers a reliable and direct path for those looking to reach their destination without technical navigation. Staying alert during that long interstate stretch is key to a smooth experience behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 123.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and SR 7. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near McLister Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 51m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (McLister Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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McLister Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto McLister Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
20.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgepor...
7
145.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m 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
6
145.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 48m in
|
South Grant Avenue
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Mingo Junction, OH to Columbus, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Bridgeport along the way.
Bridgeport
20.4 mi in
|
~29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 123.9 mi | 2h 15m |
| SR 7 | 19.8 mi | 27m |
| East State Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Grant Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Mound Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Commercial Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Logan Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 123.9 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mingo Junction, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on Stanton Avenue
60 ft
·
2 sec
·
Stanton Avenue
2
Turn straight onto Lincoln Avenue
525 ft
·
27 sec
·
Lincoln Avenue
3
Turn left onto Standard Avenue
355 ft
·
16 sec
·
Standard Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto McLister Avenue
279 ft
·
7 sec
·
McLister Avenue
5
Turn left onto Commercial Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Commercial Street
6
Turn left onto Logan Avenue
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Logan Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
8
Merge onto SR 7
20 mi
·
27 min
·
SR 7
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
10
Continue on US 250
496 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lincoln Avenue
11
Turn right onto US 40; SR 7 Alt
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn left onto SR 7 Alt
260 ft
·
6 sec
·
Marion Street
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 70 West: Columbus
14
Merge onto I 70
124 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
I 70
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
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
Planning for this 146.5-mile trek is simple given the trip's manageable duration. Since you only have one planned stop, aim to pace yourself so you don't feel rushed, though the lack of complex navigation provides plenty of flexibility. I-70 is the backbone of your trip, so check for any major traffic updates on that corridor before you head out to ensure your 2-hour and 51-minute estimate remains accurate. Because fuel costs are estimated at $22, consider filling up before you leave Mingo Junction to avoid potential price fluctuations on the interstate. Keep your focus sharp during the extensive 123.9-mile highway portion, and you will find this is a very straightforward drive.
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 73.2 miles from Mingo Junction, OH, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.9 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.2 miles or 1h 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 2h 19m
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 Mingo Junction, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Mingo Junction, OH
This is one driving day of about 146.5 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mingo Junction, 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 123.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.2 mi from Mingo Junction, OH · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.2 miles from Mingo Junction, 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 123.9 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.91 one way
$43.82 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $24.47 | $48.93 |
| premium | $4.79 | $27.63 | $55.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.55 | $65.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.38 | $7.03 |
| Efficient EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.82 | $5.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.6 | 0 | $20.51 | $9.38 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Columbus, OH
Night in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
10:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
60°F
Mechanicsburg, PA
73 mi in
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
15 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 51m 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 Mingo Junction, OH to Columbus, OH covers 146.5 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, SR 7, East State 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 73.2 miles from Mingo Junction, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.91 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 is a straightforward 2h 51m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (McLister Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Mingo Junction, OH to Columbus, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Bridgeport along the way.
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