Origin
Springfield, OH
Evening in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OH to Dent, OH
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
81.1 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
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6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, OH
Suki Lee
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Springfield to Dent, Ohio, expect a straightforward journey covering 81.1 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 38 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via SR 4, the Circle Freeway, and East North Street to reach your destination within the same Midwest region. Budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Because this is a quick, efficient trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around your own personal preferences.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
40.6 miles from Springfield, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 93% of your travel time spent on faster roads. You should prepare for a consistent pace as you transition between the main thoroughfares. A significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be spent on a single 59.6-mile stretch along SR 4, which serves as the backbone of this journey. Because the route relies so heavily on high-speed infrastructure, you can expect a functional, utility-minded driving experience rather than a winding backroads adventure.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 4 and Circle Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.3 miles in near SR 4.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 81.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.3 miles (SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.6 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
14.3 mi into trip
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~16m in
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SR 4
Take the exit onto SR 4 toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
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 41
Toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
8
14.6 mi into trip
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~17m in
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SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4 toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
8
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 275: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16B
Toward I 275: Indianapolis
8
78.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward I 74 East, US 52 East: Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 28
Toward I 74 East, US 52 East: Cincinnati
8
79.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward Rybolt Road, Harrison Avenue
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 11
Toward Rybolt Road, Harrison Avenue
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Springfield, OH to Dent, OH, road signs begin pointing toward New Carlisle along the way.
New Carlisle
14.3 mi in
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~16m
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via SR 4
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 4 | 59.6 mi | 1h 9m |
| Circle Freeway | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| East North Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Harrison Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Park Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Limestone Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 4
— 59.6 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OH and Dent, OH.
1
Start on South Limestone Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Limestone Street
2
Turn left onto US 40; SR 4; SR 41
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East North Street
3
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Park Road
4
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
West National Road
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4
11 mi
·
11 min
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SR 4
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto SR 4
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
SR 4
Exit 41
Toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4
48 mi
·
57 min
·
SR 4
Toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 16B
Toward I 275: Indianapolis
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 275
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Circle Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 28
Toward I 74 East, US 52 East: Cincinnati
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 74; US 52
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Expressway
Toward I 75 East, US 52 East: Cincinnati
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 11
Toward Rybolt Road, Harrison Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Old Rybolt Road
399 ft
·
9 sec
·
Old Rybolt Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Harrison Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Harrison Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
Harrison Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under two hours, you do not need to worry about scheduling formal rest stops unless you choose to make them. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to ensure you maintain the estimated 1 hour and 38-minute duration. Since the trip is short and fuel costs are low at roughly $12, you can easily complete the entire distance without needing to refuel mid-trip. Use the flexibility of this short commute to your advantage by planning your departure time based on when you want to arrive in Dent, rather than worrying about road fatigue or extensive travel logistics.
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 40.6 miles from Springfield, OH, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.6 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.6 miles or 48m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dent, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Springfield, OH
This is one driving day of about 81.1 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springfield, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on SR 4 for about 59.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.6 mi from Springfield, OH · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.6 miles from Springfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dent, OH
The final approach into Dent, 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 Dent, 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
$12.13 one way
$24.26 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $13.54 | $27.09 |
| premium | $4.79 | $15.29 | $30.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.02 | $36.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.52 | $3.89 |
| Efficient EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.35 | $5.19 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Dent, OH
Evening in Dent on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
20 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 38m 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 Dent, OH covers 81.1 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 4, Circle Freeway, East North Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.6 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 $12.13 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 81.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.3 miles (SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.6 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Springfield, OH to Dent, OH, road signs begin pointing toward New Carlisle along the way.
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