Origin
Springfield, OH
Afternoon in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
2:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OH to Montgomery, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
61.2 mi
99 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 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
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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Montgomery, OH
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Trip Overview
Springfield, OH to Montgomery, OH is 61.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 21 minutes via US 42, US 68, and I 71, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, both starting and ending in Ohio, making it a straightforward drive. The highway-focused profile suggests a relatively quick journey, ideal for a single day. With a low estimated fuel cost and short duration, this route is a practical option for a quick transit or a short excursion.
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 Montgomery, 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
·
30 sec
Exit 14
Toward SR 126: Ronald Reagan Highway
Use the slight right lane.
15
At end of road, turn left onto SR 126
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway
16
Enter roundabout onto US 22; SR 3; SR 126
234 ft
·
3 sec
·
Montgomery Road
17
Continue on US 22; SR 3; SR 126
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Montgomery Road
18
Arrive at destination
US 22; SR 3; SR 126
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 15 and 59.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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.
5
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
5
46.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
I 71
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
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
Montgomery, OH
Afternoon in Montgomery on Saturday
Local time
2:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
2 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 21m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for this route, with 82% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 18.7 miles on US 42, offering a consistent pace. As you progress, the route incorporates segments of US 68 and I 71, shifting the driving experience from potentially more local roads to interstate cruising. This blend means you'll experience periods of steady driving punctuated by higher-speed travel, keeping the miles moving efficiently.
82% 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: 18.7 mi on US 42.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 42 and US 68. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15 miles in near US 68.
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 61.2 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 15 miles (US 68): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 40.5 miles (Bypass 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 61.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.7 miles on US 42. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 15 miles (US 68): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 40.5 miles (Bypass 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. 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 Montgomery, 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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