Origin
Parkman, OH
Evening in Parkman on Wednesday
Local time
7:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parkman, OH to Columbus, OH
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
164.5 mi
265 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
★
6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parkman, OH
Valentina Sergi
Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Parkman, OH to Columbus, OH covers 164.5 miles and takes about 2h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Market Road, Cochran Road, Harper Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.53 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.3 miles from Parkman, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 34m drive with frequent turns across 164.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Market Road 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 Parkman, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 2h 34m 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 Parkman, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Market Road | — | — |
| Cochran Road | — | — |
| Harper Road | — | — |
| Cannon Road | — | — |
| Rockside Road | — | — |
| I 271 South | — | — |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | — | — |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Market Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkman, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on Norton Street
46 ft
·
4 sec
·
Norton Street
2
Turn right onto Main Market Road
21 mi
·
28 min
·
Main Market Road
3
Take the exit slight right toward Cochran Road, Harper Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Cochran Road, Harper Road
4
Turn right onto Harper Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Harper Road
5
Turn left onto Cannon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Cannon Road
6
Continue on Cannon Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cannon Road
7
Continue on Rockside Road
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Rockside Road
8
Take the ramp left toward I 271 South, I 480 East
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 271 South, I 480 East
9
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt South Freeway
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
10
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt East Freeway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
11
Keep slight left
24 mi
·
26 min
12
Merge slight left
110 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 670 West: Dayton
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 670 West: Dayton
15
Merge slight left onto Northeast Freeway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
16
Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Freeway
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
17
Turn straight onto North Third Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
18
Turn right onto East State Street
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
East State Street
19
Turn right
89 ft
·
7 sec
20
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.3 miles from Parkman, OH, or about 1h 17m 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 36 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.3 miles or 1h 17m 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 6m
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 Parkman, 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 Parkman, OH
This is one driving day of about 164.5 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Parkman, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.3 mi from Parkman, OH · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.3 miles from Parkman, 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
$25.53 one way
$51.06 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $28.33 | $56.67 |
| premium | $4.91 | $31.79 | $63.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.32 | $72.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.4 | 0 | $17.27 | $7.90 |
| Efficient EV | 41.1 | 0 | $14.39 | $6.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.8 | 0 | $23.03 | $10.53 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Evening in Columbus on Wednesday
Local time
7:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
82 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
19 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 34m 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 Parkman, OH to Columbus, OH covers 164.5 miles and takes about 2h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Market Road, Cochran Road, Harper Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82.3 miles from Parkman, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.53 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.
The drive from Parkman, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 2h 34m 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 Parkman, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Parkman, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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