Origin
Shiloh, OH
Afternoon in Shiloh on Saturday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shiloh, OH to Springfield, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shiloh, OH
Ron Lach
Springfield, OH
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Trip Overview
Shiloh, OH to Springfield, OH is 27.6 miles and takes about 35m via I 70, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive entirely within the Midwest, connecting two points in Ohio. Given its minimal duration and distance, it's perfect for a quick trip or as part of a larger journey. You'll mostly be on interstate highways, making for an efficient transit. Plan for a simple, no-fuss travel day.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| SR 4 | 6.3 mi | 6m |
| I 75 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Needmore Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Columbia Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Shoup Mill Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West North Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 12.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shiloh, OH and Springfield, OH.
1
Start on Markey Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Markey Road
2
Turn left onto SR 48
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto Shoup Mill Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Shoup Mill Road
4
Continue on Needmore Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Needmore Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
6
Merge onto I 75
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 61
Toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 70
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 4
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 4
11
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Main Street
12
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Park Road
13
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West North Street
14
Continue on US 40; SR 4
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Columbia Street
15
Turn right onto North Fountain Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Fountain Avenue
16
Turn left onto East High Street
476 ft
·
22 sec
·
East High Street
17
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
364 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Limestone Street
18
Arrive at destination
South Limestone Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 27.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Toledo
Navigation decision point
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
8
5.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 61
Toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
7
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 East: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
5
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 70
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
27.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
East High Street
Turn left onto East High Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.28 one way
$8.57 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $4.75 | $9.51 |
| premium | $4.91 | $5.33 | $10.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Afternoon in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
35m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 75% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 70 and I 75. Expect to spend most of your time on the interstate, experiencing a relatively fast pace. The longest continuous stretch on this type of road is 12.1 miles on I 70. While the profile is highway-heavy, you will also navigate some state routes, such as SR 4, which offer a brief change of scenery before rejoining faster-paced roads. The overall character is efficient transit rather than a scenic exploration.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.1 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and SR 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 27.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Shiloh, OH to Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.
Columbus
5.2 mi in
|
~8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 27.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.1 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Springfield, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, OH before heading back.
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.
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