Origin
Springfield, OH
Late night in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
4:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OH to Blue Ash, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
61.2 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, OH
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Blue Ash, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Springfield, OH to Blue Ash, OH covers 61.2 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 42, US 68, I 71 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.7 miles on US 42. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 61.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 22m highway drive covering 61.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 42 and US 68. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.7 miles on US 42.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 42 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 42 and US 68. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15 miles in near US 68.
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 61.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 15 miles (US 68): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 40.5 miles (Bypass 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
15 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 68
Keep slight right at fork onto US 68
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
40.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Bypass 48
Turn left onto Bypass 48
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward SR 126: Ronald Reagan Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward SR 126: Ronald Reagan Highway
8
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward Blue Ash Road, Kenwood Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 32A
Toward Blue Ash Road, Kenwood Road
6
60.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 42 | 18.7 mi | 25m |
| US 68 | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| I 71 | 13.5 mi | 15m |
| SR 48 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Cincinnati Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| South Yellow Springs Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Bypass 48 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Springfield Xenia Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 42
— 18.7 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OH and Blue Ash, OH.
1
Start on South Limestone Street
100 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Limestone Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
3
Turn left onto South Yellow Springs Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Yellow Springs Street
4
Continue on Springfield Xenia Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Xenia Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 68
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 68
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 68
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
US 68
7
Turn right onto West Second Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Second Street
8
Turn slight left onto Cincinnati Avenue
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Cincinnati Avenue
9
Continue on US 42
19 mi
·
25 min
·
US 42
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto Bypass 48
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Bypass 48
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on SR 48
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 48
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
13
Merge onto I 71
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 14
Toward SR 126: Ronald Reagan Highway
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto SR 126
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 32A
Toward Blue Ash Road, Kenwood Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right
432 ft
·
25 sec
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto Kenwood Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenwood Road
19
Turn left onto Cooper Road
430 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cooper Road
20
Arrive at destination
Cooper Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.6 mi from Springfield, OH · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Springfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blue Ash, OH
The final approach into Blue Ash, 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
$9.50 one way
$19.00 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.83 | $23.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Blue Ash, OH
Late night in Blue Ash on Saturday
Local time
4:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
7 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 22m 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 Springfield, OH to Blue Ash, OH covers 61.2 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 42, US 68, I 71. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.6 miles from Springfield, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.50 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 61.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 15 miles (US 68): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 40.5 miles (Bypass 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Springfield, OH to Blue Ash, 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 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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