Origin
Poland, OH
Morning in Poland on Thursday
Local time
11:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Poland, OH to Columbus, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 43m
Distance
178.4 mi
287 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Poland, OH
Dominik Gryzbon
Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
This 178.4-mile drive from Poland, OH, to Columbus, OH, will take approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes. Primarily utilizing local roads like Boardman Poland Road and Boardman Parkway, with a short stint on I-680 North, this route offers a more hands-on driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $27, it's an economical option for a single-day trip. The journey stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a one-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
89.2 miles from Poland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 178.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 178.4-mile journey, with a low highway share of 0%. You'll navigate through various local roads, including Boardman Poland Road and Boardman Parkway, before a brief connection with I-680 North. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be more engaged with the road as you pass through communities. This type of driving profile suggests a need for consistent attention to navigation and traffic signals, rather than long periods of steady cruising. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the overall profile points to frequent adjustments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Boardman Poland 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Poland, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 2h 43m 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 Poland, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Boardman Poland Road | — | — |
| I 680 North | — | — |
| Boardman Parkway | — | — |
| South Shore Expressway | — | — |
| Wickliffe Expressway | — | — |
| Kenmore Expressway | — | — |
| I 71 South | — | — |
| I 670 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Boardman Poland Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Poland, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on West McKinley Way
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West McKinley Way
2
Continue on Boardman Poland Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Boardman Poland Road
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 680 North: Youngstown
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 680 North: Youngstown
4
Merge slight left onto Boardman Parkway
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Boardman Parkway
5
Continue on South Shore Expressway
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Shore Expressway
6
Continue on Wickliffe Expressway
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Wickliffe Expressway
7
Merge slight right
4.6 mi
·
5 min
8
Continue straight
39 mi
·
44 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Columbus
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 71 South: Columbus
11
Merge slight left
99 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
12
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
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 670 West: Dayton
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 670 West: Dayton
14
Merge slight left onto Northeast Freeway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
15
Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Freeway
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
16
Turn straight onto North Third Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
17
Turn right onto East State Street
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
East State Street
18
Turn right
89 ft
·
7 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just under 3 hours, this 178.4-mile trip from Poland to Columbus is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the busiest local traffic. You'll have about $27 in estimated fuel costs to account for. Since this is a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and grab a refreshment, perhaps midway through your journey. Keep an eye on your GPS, as the frequent turns on roads like Boardman Poland Road will require your full attention.
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 89.2 miles from Poland, OH, or about 1h 21m 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 39 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.2 miles or 1h 21m 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 14m
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 Poland, 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 Poland, OH
This is one driving day of about 178.4 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Poland, 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 89.2 mi from Poland, OH · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 89.2 miles from Poland, 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
$27.69 one way
$55.37 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $30.73 | $61.46 |
| premium | $4.91 | $34.48 | $68.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.39 | $78.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.73 | $8.56 |
| Efficient EV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.61 | $7.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.4 | 0 | $24.98 | $11.42 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Morning in Columbus on Thursday
Local time
11:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
18 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 43m 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 Poland, OH to Columbus, OH covers 178.4 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Boardman Poland Road, I 680 North, Boardman Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.2 miles from Poland, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.69 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 Poland, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 2h 43m 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 Poland, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Poland, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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