The drive from Toledo, OH to Jeffersonville, OH covers 152.5 miles and takes about 3h 32m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, SR 31, US 68 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.8 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.67 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.3 miles from Toledo, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 32m. Total distance: 152.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 32m highway drive covering 152.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and SR 31. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.8 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 41 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 152.5 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 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles (US 68; SR 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (US 68; SR 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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10.3 mi into trip|~14m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Dayton
6
45.9 mi into trip|~52m in|US 68; SR 15
Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15 toward US 68, SR 15
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 156
Toward US 68, SR 15
7
46.5 mi into trip|~53m in|US 68; SR 15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15 toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 156
Toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
5
102.9 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|State Route 31
Enter roundabout onto State Route 31
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
151 mi into trip|~3h 29m in
Take the exit toward SR 41, SR 734: Washington Court House, Jeffersonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 69
Toward SR 41, SR 734: Washington Court House, J...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Toledo, OH to Jeffersonville, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.
Columbus
46.5 mi in|~53m|via US 68; SR 15
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
43.8 mi
47m
SR 31
28 mi
39m
US 68
27 mi
40m
Washington-London Road
10.6 mi
18m
State Route 38
10.4 mi
15m
Marysville-London Road
8.1 mi
11m
SR 38
7.6 mi
10m
I 71
5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 43.8 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toledo, OH and Jeffersonville, OH.
1
Start on West Bancroft Street
52 ft·5 sec·West Bancroft Street
2
Turn right onto Collingwood Boulevard
1.7 mi·3 min·Collingwood Boulevard
3
Turn slight right onto CR 562
0.1 mi·13 sec·Sunrise Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 75 South: Dayton
5
Merge onto I 75
0.1 mi·9 sec·I 75
6
Continue on I 75
8.1 mi·9 min·I 75
Exit 200Toward South Avenue
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
36 mi·38 min·I 75
Toward I 75 South: DaytonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15
0.6 mi·1 min·US 68; SR 15
Exit 156Toward US 68, SR 15
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15
2.8 mi·3 min·US 68; SR 15
Exit 156Toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
10
Take the exit onto US 68
0.3 mi·46 sec·US 68
Toward US 68 South: Kenton
11
Turn left onto US 68
221 ft·5 sec·US 68
12
Turn slight right onto US 68
23 mi·34 min·US 68
13
Turn left onto West Eliza Street
358 ft·17 sec·West Eliza Street
14
Turn right onto SR 53
1.9 mi·2 min·North Main Street
15
Continue on SR 31
28 mi·39 min·SR 31
16
Enter roundabout onto State Route 31
108 ft·1 sec·State Route 31
17
Continue on State Route 31
0.8 mi·1 min·State Route 31
18
Continue on SR 31
0.8 mi·1 min·North Maple Street
19
Turn left onto SR 31
0.4 mi·48 sec·Elwood Avenue
20
Turn right onto SR 31
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
21
Continue on SR 38
1.3 mi·2 min·London Avenue
22
Continue on SR 38
7.9 mi·11 min·State Route 38
23
Turn right onto SR 38; SR 161
0.2 mi·20 sec·SR 38; SR 161
24
Turn left onto SR 38
7.4 mi·10 min·SR 38
25
Continue on SR 38
1.1 mi·1 min·Marysville-London Road
26
Enter roundabout onto SR 38
123 ft·1 sec·Marysville-London Road
27
Continue on SR 38
7.0 mi·10 min·Marysville-London Road
28
Continue on SR 38
0.9 mi·1 min·Elm Street
29
Continue on US 42; SR 38; SR 142
0.2 mi·47 sec·East High Street
30
Turn left onto SR 38; SR 56; SR 665
0.3 mi·46 sec·South Main Street
31
Turn right onto SR 38
0.7 mi·1 min·West Center Street
32
Continue on SR 38
11 mi·18 min·Washington-London Road
33
Continue on SR 38
2.4 mi·4 min·State Route 38
34
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
35
Merge onto I 71
5.0 mi·5 min·I 71
36
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 69Toward SR 41, SR 734: Washington Court House, Jeffersonville
37
Turn right onto SR 41; SR 734
1.0 mi·1 min·SR 41; SR 734
Use the straight / right lanes.
38
Continue on SR 41; SR 729; SR 734
0.2 mi·29 sec·South Main Street
39
Turn left onto SR 734
216 ft·6 sec·West High Street
40
Turn right
33 ft·2 sec
41
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.3 miles from Toledo, OH, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.8 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.3 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersonville, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH
This is one driving day of about 152.5 miles and 3h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Toledo, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 43.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.3 mi from Toledo, OH
· 1h 37m into the drive
The midpoint is around 76.3 miles from Toledo, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jeffersonville, OH
The final approach into Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 152.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.67 one way
$47.34 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$26.27
$52.53
premium
$4.91
$29.47
$58.95
diesel
$5.61
$33.67
$67.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.8
0
$16.01
$7.32
Efficient EV
38.1
0
$13.34
$6.10
EV Truck/SUV
61
0
$21.35
$9.76
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Toledo, OH
Evening
in Toledo on Friday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jeffersonville, OH
Evening
in Jeffersonville on Friday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Plain City, OH
76 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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 32m 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 Toledo, OH to Jeffersonville, OH covers 152.5 miles and takes about 3h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, SR 31, US 68. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.3 miles from Toledo, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 152.5 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 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles (US 68; SR 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (US 68; SR 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Toledo, OH to Jeffersonville, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument.
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.
