This 114.3-mile drive from Moulton to Cincinnati, Ohio, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 15 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with a modest fuel cost estimated at $18. The route primarily utilizes major highways, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points within the Midwest. You'll spend most of your time on I-75 and SR-4, so expect a focused highway experience. Given its manageable length and highway-centric profile, this trip is ideal for those looking for a quick and direct connection.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.2 miles from Moulton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Cincinnati is Ohio's third largest city and the largest metro region, and lies on the north bank of the Ohio River in Southwest Ohio in the United States of America.
Cincinnati is distinct amongst Midwestern cities. Its culture is a mixture of the Northeast, Old South, Midwest, and Appalachia blended with a strong German-Catholic heritage. It was one of the United States' early boomtowns, and the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is the largest National Historic District in the country. Today, it's part of a fast-growing metro area, and home to a remarkable blend of industry and architecture. Downtown Cincinnati is surrounded by picturesque foothills that add a beautiful backdrop to the Queen City and its legendary skyline – celebrated in the opening credits of television show WKRP in Cincinnati.
Top landmarks
•Carew Tower — skyscraper in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
•Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains — cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati in downtown Cincinnati...
•Cincinnati Observatory — other organization in Cincinnati, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 114.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this route, with 96% of the journey on major roads like I-75 and SR-4. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.8 miles on I-75, so you'll have extended periods of consistent speed. While the majority is highway, there are moments where you'll transition onto US-33, offering a slight change of pace. This drive prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, delivering a predictable and consistent 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 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 4. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 114.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.1 miles (CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.4 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road
Turn right onto CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road
Navigation decision point
5
7 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South: Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 38A
Toward I 75 South: Dayton
5
7.4 mi into trip|~9m in|I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
111 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint Bernard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint Bernard
7
111.2 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Zoo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Vetera...
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
55.8 mi
1h 1m
SR 4
47.8 mi
57m
US 33
6.4 mi
6m
Vine Street
1.9 mi
4m
Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
West Mitchell Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Moulton-Fort Amanda Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Calhoun Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 55.8 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moulton, OH and Cincinnati, OH.
1
Start on CR 33A
304 ft·11 sec·County Road 33A
2
Turn right onto CR 91
0.2 mi·37 sec·Moulton-Fort Amanda Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 31
4
Merge onto US 33
6.4 mi·6 min·US 33
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 38AToward I 75 South: Dayton
6
Merge onto I 75
56 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto SR 4
48 mi·57 min·SR 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Exit 6Toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint BernardUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
248 ft·13 sec
Toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Zoo
10
Turn left onto West Mitchell Avenue
0.3 mi·41 sec·West Mitchell Avenue
11
Turn slight right
195 ft·8 sec
12
Turn slight right onto Vine Street
1.9 mi·4 min·Vine Street
13
Continue on Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Jefferson Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Turn slight right
339 ft·8 sec
15
Turn slight right onto Calhoun Street
0.2 mi·33 sec·Calhoun Street
16
Turn left onto Ohio Avenue
340 ft·13 sec·Ohio Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Ohio Avenue
Trip Plan
With a drive time under two and a half hours, this route offers great flexibility. You can depart anytime that suits your schedule, though an early morning start will help you beat potential traffic closer to Cincinnati. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own fuel and rest breaks as needed, especially considering the 55.8-mile stretch on I-75. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 114.3-mile mark, and remember that the $18 fuel cost is an estimate, so actual prices may vary.
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 57.2 miles from Moulton, OH, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.8 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 25 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h 4m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cincinnati, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moulton, 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 Moulton, OH
This is one driving day of about 114.3 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Moulton, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 55.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.2 mi from Moulton, OH
· 1h 4m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 63.1
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 63.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.74 one way
$35.48 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$19.69
$39.38
premium
$4.91
$22.09
$44.18
diesel
$5.61
$25.24
$50.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.3
0
$12.00
$5.49
Efficient EV
28.6
0
$10.00
$4.57
EV Truck/SUV
45.7
0
$16.00
$7.32
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Moulton, OH
Late night
in Moulton on Saturday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cincinnati, OH
Late night
in Cincinnati on Saturday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
6 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 15m 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 Moulton, OH to Cincinnati, OH covers 114.3 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, SR 4, US 33. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.2 miles from Moulton, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.74 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 114.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.1 miles (CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.4 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Moulton, OH to Cincinnati, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
