Origin
Scioto, OH
Morning in Scioto on Friday
Local time
6:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scioto, OH to Springfield, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
52.9 mi
85 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scioto, OH
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Springfield, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 52.9-mile drive from Scioto to Springfield, Ohio, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 11 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily follows US 36, Marysville Road, and South Section Line Road, with a significant 66% highway share. You can expect a fuel cost of around $8 for this short journey within the Midwest region. Given its brevity, there are no designated overnight stops recommended, allowing for a flexible schedule. The overall feel of this drive is practical and efficient, ideal for a quick connection between these two Ohio communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 52.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for two-thirds of this 52.9-mile journey. The route incorporates US 36 for its longest continuous stretch of 34.9 miles, suggesting a good portion of the drive will be on this established highway. While the profile is largely highway-oriented, the inclusion of roads like Marysville Road and South Section Line Road indicates potential for more local road segments as you approach your destination. The drive is designed for steady progress rather than winding scenic exploration.
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.
US 36 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 36 and Marysville Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near South Section Line Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 52.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.2 miles (South Section Line Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 18.6 miles (US 36; SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles (US 36; SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
South Section Line Road
Enter roundabout onto South Section Line Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
18.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 36; SR 4
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4 toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfi...
6
18.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 36; SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4 toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfi...
5
50.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
SR 4 / North Belmont Avenue
Turn left onto SR 4 / North Belmont Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
East High Street
Turn left onto East High Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 36 | 34.9 mi | 42m |
| Marysville Road | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| South Section Line Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Lagonda Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| East North Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Warder Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Fountain Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Belmont Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 36
— 34.9 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scioto, OH and Springfield, OH.
1
Start on this road
0.4 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
2
Turn slight right
0.8 mi
·
3 min
3
Enter roundabout onto South Section Line Road
189 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Section Line Road
4
Continue on South Section Line Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Section Line Road
5
Turn left onto US 36
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Marysville Road
6
Take the exit onto US 36
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 36
7
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4
31 mi
·
38 min
·
US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
9
Turn straight onto SR 4
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Mitchell Boulevard
10
Turn left onto SR 4
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Belmont Avenue
11
Turn right onto SR 4
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lagonda Avenue
12
Turn right onto SR 4
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Warder Street
13
Continue on US 40; SR 4; SR 41
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
East North Street
14
Turn left onto North Fountain Avenue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Fountain Avenue
15
Turn left onto East High Street
476 ft
·
22 sec
·
East High Street
16
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
364 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Limestone Street
17
Arrive at destination
South Limestone Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.5 mi from Scioto, OH · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Scioto, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, OH
The final approach into Springfield, 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
$8.21 one way
$16.42 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.11 | $18.22 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.22 | $20.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Springfield, OH
Morning in Springfield on Friday
Local time
6:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Mechanicsburg, OH
26 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
1 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
1h 11m 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 Scioto, OH to Springfield, OH covers 52.9 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 36, Marysville Road, South Section Line Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.5 miles from Scioto, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.21 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 52.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.2 miles (South Section Line Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 18.6 miles (US 36; SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles (US 36; SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Scioto, OH to Springfield, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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