Origin
Brady, OH
Morning in Brady on Tuesday
Local time
10:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brady, OH to Columbus, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
89.9 mi
145 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brady, OH
Yevhen Sukhenko
Columbus, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 89.9-mile drive from Brady, OH, to Columbus, OH, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 49 minutes. With 83% of the route on highways, it's a quick trip perfect for a single day. Budget around $14 for fuel. The drive primarily utilizes I-70 and John Glenn Highway, offering a convenient connection between two points within the Midwest region. Given its manageable length and duration, this route doesn't require an overnight stop, allowing for maximum flexibility in your travel plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.9 miles from Brady, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 74.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| Cadiz Road | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| John Glenn Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Highland Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| R-1 | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| R-14 Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Wheeling Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East State Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 74.7 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brady, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on R-14 Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
R-14 Road
2
Continue on R-1
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
R-1
3
Keep straight at fork onto R-1
214 ft
·
11 sec
·
R-1
4
Turn right onto US 22
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Cadiz Road
5
Continue on US 22
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
6
Turn slight right onto US 22; US 40
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wheeling Avenue
7
Turn slight left onto US 22; US 40
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Dewey Avenue
8
Turn right onto US 22; US 40
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
John Glenn Highway
9
Turn left onto SR 723
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
SR 723
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
11
Merge onto I 70
75 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 101B
Toward Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on East Mound Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Mound Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Grant Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto East State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 49-minute drive, departing Brady, OH, anytime in the morning or early afternoon will likely provide good travel conditions. With no mandatory stops included in the data, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed. Keep your fuel budget in mind, estimated at $14. The longest stretch without a change in main road is 74.7 miles on I-70, so plan your breaks accordingly before you embark on that segment. Staying aware of I-70 conditions is key for a smooth arrival in Columbus.
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 44.9 miles from Brady, OH, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.7 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.9 miles or 57m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Brady, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brady, OH
This is one driving day of about 89.9 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Brady, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 74.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.9 miles from Brady, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.7 miles.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 89.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
R-1
Keep straight at fork onto R-1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
13.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 70
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
88.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 101B
Toward Downtown
6
89.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
|
South Grant Avenue
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
89.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
East State Street
Turn left onto East State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.95 one way
$27.90 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $15.48 | $30.97 |
| premium | $4.91 | $17.37 | $34.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.85 | $39.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27 | 0 | $9.44 | $4.32 |
| Efficient EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36 | 0 | $12.59 | $5.75 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (65% 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
Columbus, OH
Morning in Columbus on Tuesday
Local time
10:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
1 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 49m 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-centric experience for most of this trip, with 83% of the 89.9 miles taking place on interstates and major roads like I-70. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 74.7 miles on I-70, which means long periods of consistent driving. While the profile is largely 'highway-focused,' the presence of Cadiz Road and John Glenn Highway suggests some variation in road type as you approach your destination. This drive is designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.7 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Cadiz Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near R-1.
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 89.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.8 miles (R-1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.8 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Columbus, OH
Full guide →Founded 1812
Columbus is the capital of the American state of Ohio and is located centrally within the state as the core of the Greater Columbus area. Sited in an area where the Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Farm Belt meet, Columbus is a fusion of many different parts of America. It is the home of the Ohio State University. The combination of Ohio Government and the Ohio State University has fueled amazing growth both financially and physically in Columbus. It has created a business and research environment that has provided substantial employment opportunities to the diverse ethnic and local graduates of the Ohio State University, and other academic institutions in Columbus. The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC), is projected to be one of the top 50 supercomputers in the world and among the top 10 supercomputing academic centers.
Top landmarks
- • Ohio Stadium — stadium in Columbus, Ohio, USA
- • Columbus Museum of Art — Museum in Columbus, Ohio, United States
- • Wexner Center for the Arts — center at Ohio State University
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 89.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.7 miles on I 70. 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 1.8 miles (R-1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.8 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Columbus, 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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