Origin
Shreve, OH
Afternoon in Shreve on Friday
Local time
3:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Shreve, OH to Columbus, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
91.9 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shreve, OH
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Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
This 91.9-mile drive from Shreve to Columbus, Ohio, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 56 minutes. It's a perfect day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route is primarily highway, making it a quick and efficient journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, it's an economical option for getting from point A to point B. You'll spend most of your time on I-71, enjoying a smooth ride toward Ohio's capital.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46 miles from Shreve, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 91.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 91.9-mile route, with 86% of the drive taking place on interstates and major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 54.8 miles on I-71, offering a solid period of consistent speed and flow. While the majority of the journey is on the highway, there are segments on SR 97 and Shreve Road that provide a slight variation. This profile suggests a drive that is efficient and moves at a good pace for most of its duration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,337 ft
772 ft
Total Climb
634 ft
Total Descent
760 ft
Highest Point
1,337 ft
~19.7 mi in
Elevation Range
566 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and SR 97. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 226 / South Market Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.9 miles you will encounter 19 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: near the start (SR 226 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 89.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 226 / South Market Street
Turn left onto SR 226 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
8
34.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 South: Columbus
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 165
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
8
89.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
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 109A
Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
7
90.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 670 West: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 670 West: Dayton
6
91.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
East State Street
Turn right onto East State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 54.8 mi | 59m |
| SR 97 | 15.4 mi | 22m |
| Shreve Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| SR 3 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| South Market Street | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| State Route 97 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Northeast Freeway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Third Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 54.8 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shreve, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on East Mc Conkey Street
143 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Mc Conkey Street
2
Turn left onto SR 226
444 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Market Street
3
Turn right onto SR 226
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
West South Street
4
Continue on SR 226
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Shreve Road
5
Continue on SR 226
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Shreve Road
6
Continue on SR 226
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
State Route 226
7
At end of road, turn right onto SR 226
157 ft
·
3 sec
·
State Route 226
8
Continue on SR 226
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Shreve Road
9
Turn left onto SR 3
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 3
10
Turn left onto SR 3; SR 60
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Union Street
11
Turn right onto SR 3; SR 39
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Main Street
12
Turn left onto SR 3
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Market Street
13
Turn right onto SR 97
15 mi
·
22 min
·
SR 97
14
At end of road, turn left onto SR 13; SR 97
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Riverside Drive
15
Continue on SR 13; SR 97
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn right onto SR 97
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Church Street
17
Continue on SR 97
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 97
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 165
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
Use the left lane.
19
Merge onto I 71
55 mi
·
59 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 109A
Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 670 West: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto I 670
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
23
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast Freeway
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
Toward US 23 South
24
Turn straight onto US 23
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn right onto East State Street
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
East State Street
Use the right lane.
26
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 56-minute duration of this 91.9-mile drive, you have a lot of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning will get you to Columbus with plenty of the day ahead. Since this is a highway-heavy route with a longest stretch of 54.8 miles on I-71, you might not need many stops, but there are ample opportunities for fuel and rest along I-71 if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated cost is around $14 for the trip.
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 46 miles from Shreve, OH, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.8 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 20 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46 miles or 1h 3m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Shreve, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Shreve, OH
This is one driving day of about 91.9 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Shreve, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 54.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46 mi from Shreve, OH · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46 miles from Shreve, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.26 one way
$28.53 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $15.83 | $31.66 |
| premium | $4.91 | $17.76 | $35.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Afternoon in Columbus on Friday
Local time
3:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
46 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
17 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 56m 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 Shreve, OH to Columbus, OH covers 91.9 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, SR 97, Shreve 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 46 miles from Shreve, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.26 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 91.9 miles you will encounter 19 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: near the start (SR 226 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 89.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Shreve, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 772 ft to 1,337 ft elevation with about 634 ft of total climbing.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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