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Trip from Berkshire, OH to Colerain, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 38m

Distance

129.1 mi

208 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 28m ★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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ceremonial and non-metropolitan but non-administrative county of England

Berkshire, OH

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Downtown Colerain, OH, OH

Colerain, OH

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Trip Overview

This 129.1-mile drive from Berkshire to Colerain, Ohio, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 38 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-70, SR 37, and Newark Road, with about 65% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it's an economical option for exploring more of the Midwest. You'll find this drive offers a straightforward path, making it ideal if you're looking for efficiency and don't need to break it up with an overnight stay. The entire trip stays within Ohio, offering a consistent regional experience.

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

64.6 miles from Berkshire, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 61 mi 1h 5m
SR 37 20.6 mi 22m
Newark Road 13.5 mi 19m
Granville Street 10.6 mi 12m
Johnstown-Alexandria Road 5.8 mi 6m
Barton Road 3.6 mi 8m
Barton Colerain Road 2.3 mi 5m
Nashport Road 2.1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 61 mi, about 1h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Berkshire, OH and Colerain, OH.

1

Start on US 36

1.9 mi · 2 min · State Route 37 East
2

Continue on US 36

1.3 mi · 1 min · Cherry Street
3

Turn right onto SR 37

413 ft · 5 sec · Morning Street
4

Continue on SR 37

11 mi · 12 min · Granville Street
5

Continue on SR 37

1.4 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
6

Continue on SR 37

4.8 mi · 5 min · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
7

Continue on SR 37

0.6 mi · 43 sec · Main Street
8

Continue on SR 37

1.0 mi · 1 min · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
9

Take the exit onto SR 37

21 mi · 22 min · SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Toward SR 146: Hanover, Zanesville
11

Turn right onto SR 146

2.1 mi · 2 min · Nashport Road
12

Continue on SR 146

13 mi · 18 min · Newark Road
13

Continue on Newark Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Newark Road
14

Turn left onto Jackson Street

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Jackson Street
15

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
16

Merge onto I 70

61 mi · 1 hr 5 min · I 70
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 215 Toward US 40: National Road
18

Turn left onto US 40

0.9 mi · 1 min · National Road West
19

Continue on US 40

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
20

Turn left onto Barton Road

3.5 mi · 8 min · Barton Road
21

Continue on Main Street

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Main Street
22

Turn left onto Barton Road

381 ft · 11 sec · Barton Road
23

At end of road, turn right onto Barton Crescent Road

177 ft · 4 sec · Barton Crescent Road
24

Continue on Barton Colerain Road

2.3 mi · 5 min · Barton Colerain Road
25

At end of road, turn right onto US 250

0.8 mi · 1 min · Colerain Road
26

Arrive at destination

US 250

Trip Plan

Given its 2-hour and 38-minute duration, this 129.1-mile trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 61 miles on I-70, you won't need to worry too much about lengthy breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments, and factor in the $20 fuel cost. Taking advantage of the flexibility this shorter route offers means you can adjust your schedule as needed.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.6 miles from Berkshire, OH, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61 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 28 miles or 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 64.6 miles or 1h 18m 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 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colerain, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Berkshire, 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 Berkshire, OH

This is one driving day of about 129.1 miles and 2h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Berkshire, 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 70 for about 61 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown North Zanesville, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

North Zanesville, OH

65 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

Newark, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

North Zanesville, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 64.6 miles from Berkshire, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

National Museum of Cambridge Glass

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 83

Cambridge, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17404324245

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 21.8 and 125.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
21.8 mi into trip | ~25m in | SR 37

Take the exit onto SR 37

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
42.4 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the exit toward SR 146: Hanover, Zanesville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward SR 146: Hanover, Zanesville
5
58.5 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Take the ramp toward I 70 East: Wheeling

Navigation decision point

Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
5
119.6 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in

Take the exit toward US 40: National Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 215 Toward US 40: National Road
5
125.9 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in | Barton Crescent Road

At end of road, turn right onto Barton Crescent Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.04 one way

$40.07 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $22.24 $44.47
premium $4.91 $24.95 $49.90
diesel $5.61 $28.50 $57.01

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.7 0 $13.56 $6.20
Efficient EV 32.3 0 $11.30 $5.16
EV Truck/SUV 51.6 0 $18.07 $8.26

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Berkshire, OH

Evening in Berkshire on Sunday

Local time

5:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Colerain, OH

Evening in Colerain on Sunday

Local time

5:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°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

2h 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for this 129.1-mile route, as 65% of it is spent on major roadways like I-70. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 61 miles on I-70, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the primary roads are highways, there are also segments on SR 37 and Newark Road, which may offer a slightly different driving feel as you progress. This combination suggests a trip that balances efficient travel with moments of local road variation.

65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and SR 37. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 21.8 miles in near SR 37.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 38m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 21.8 miles (SR 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.5 miles: Navigation decision point.

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 Berkshire, OH to Colerain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Zanesville along the way.

Zanesville

42.4 mi in | ~48m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 129.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 61 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 21.8 miles (SR 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.5 miles: Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Colerain, OH before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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