Origin
Springfield, OH
Evening in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
7:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, OH to Piqua, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
42.3 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Piqua, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Springfield, OH to Piqua, OH covers 42.3 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 4, I 75, East North Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18 miles on SR 4. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 42.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 42.3 miles, with most of the trip on SR 4 and I 75. The longest continuous stretch is about 18 miles on SR 4.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 18 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 4 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in near SR 4.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 42.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
21.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Dayton, Toledo
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 33
Toward I 75: Dayton, Toledo
7
21.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 North: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
7
38.5 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward County Road 25A
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 78
Toward County Road 25A
5
42.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
South Downing Street
Turn left onto South Downing Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Springfield, OH and Piqua, OH, road signs point toward Toledo and County Road 25A.
Toledo
21.3 mi in
|
~24m
County Road 25A
38.5 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 4 | 18 mi | 19m |
| I 75 | 16.3 mi | 17m |
| East North Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| County Road 25A | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Park Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Limestone Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 4
— 18 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OH and Piqua, 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
5
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
West National Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4
18 mi
·
19 min
·
SR 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 33
Toward I 75: Dayton, Toledo
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 75
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 75
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 78
Toward County Road 25A
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto I 75 Business; CR 25A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 25A
12
Continue on CR 25A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
13
Turn left onto Wood Street
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Wood Street
14
Turn left onto South Downing Street
161 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Downing Street
15
Arrive at destination
South Downing Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.1 mi from Springfield, OH · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.1 miles from Springfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Piqua, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Piqua, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.56 one way
$13.13 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.18 | $16.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.34 | $18.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Piqua, OH
Evening in Piqua on Thursday
Local time
7:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
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
51m 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 Piqua, OH covers 42.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 4, I 75, 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 21.1 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 $6.56 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 42.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Springfield, OH and Piqua, OH, road signs point toward Toledo and County Road 25A.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Piqua, OH
More trips to Piqua, OH
Explore more options from Springfield, OH or browse trips ending in Piqua, OH.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OH road trips.
Explore maps for Springfield, OH or Piqua, OH on MapSof.net.