Wok India Restaurant And Bar | Best Indian Food In Mason
Near the start, right off the route
Mason, Ohio
Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm
+15134668271
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 35m
Distance
290.7 mi
468 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cincinnati, OH
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Harpersfield, OH
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This 290.7-mile journey from Cincinnati to Harpersfield, Ohio, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 35 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-71 and I-90, the Northeast Expressway, this route is almost entirely highway driving, making it efficient for covering ground. With a projected fuel cost of around $43, it's a budget-friendly option for a Midwestern road trip. Given its highway-focused profile and manageable duration, this drive is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
145.4 miles from Cincinnati, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 182 mi | 3h 18m |
| I 90 | 28.9 mi | 31m |
| Northeast Expressway | 28.8 mi | 35m |
| I 271 | 25.4 mi | 28m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 15 mi | 18m |
| SR 350 | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Middleboro Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| South Innerbelt | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cincinnati, OH and Harpersfield, OH.
Start on Ohio Avenue
Turn right onto West McMillan Avenue
Continue on East McMillan Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 71
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 123
Turn left onto SR 350
Turn left onto C-45
At end of road, turn left onto SR 350 Truck; C-7
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 71
Take the exit onto I 71
Merge onto I 70; I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
Continue on I 271
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 534
Turn right
Continue on C-154
Turn right onto SR 307
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 5-hour, 35-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you approach urban areas. With a longest stretch of 182 miles, plan for one significant stop roughly halfway through to stretch your legs and refuel. The total fuel cost is estimated at $43, so ensure your tank is full before departing Cincinnati. Since it's a single-day trip focused on interstates, flexibility is key; however, be aware of potential construction zones on I-71 or I-90, which are common on such high-traffic corridors.
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.
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 64 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.4 miles or 2h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harpersfield, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Cincinnati, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Cincinnati, OH
This is one driving day of about 290.7 miles and 5h 35m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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.
A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 145.4 miles from Cincinnati, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 182 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Mason, Ohio
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm
+15134668271
Pho Lang Thang
Cincinnati, Ohio
Baladi Restaurant & Bakery
Cincinnati, Ohio
Top Coffee Stop
Cincinnati, Ohio
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm
+15133833000
The 86 Coffee Bar
Cincinnati, Ohio
Lola's Coffee + Bar
Cincinnati, Ohio
Near the start, right off the route
Mason, Ohio
Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm
+15134668271
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+15133769177
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+15132217222
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+16145250573
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+15138225154
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 5–10 pm
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Beachwood, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+12163424133
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 11:30 am–1:30 pm
+15137219484
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm
+15133833000
Near the start, right off the route
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–6 pm
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm
+15133812141
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+15137212233
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Mason, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+15133321921
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Ludlow, Kentucky
Hours: 6 am–12 pm
+18593412928
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm
+16146622212
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Beachwood, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bedford Heights, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Solon, Ohio
Near the end, ~9 min detour
Solon, Ohio
+14403941270
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bedford Heights, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18003239935
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Solon, Ohio
+18887584389
Near the start, short detour
Mason, Ohio
Hours: Closed
+15137545700
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+15135416366
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm
+16142025197
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Beachwood, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–5 pm
+12165930575
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Westerville, Ohio
+16149016500
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 30.1 and 248.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the ramp toward I 71 North: Columbus
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exits
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$45.12 one way
$90.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $50.07 | $100.14 |
| premium | $4.91 | $56.18 | $112.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.18 | $128.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.2 | 1 | $30.52 | $13.95 |
| Efficient EV | 72.7 | 0 | $25.44 | $11.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.3 | 1 | $40.70 | $18.60 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Cincinnati on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Harpersfield on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused drive for 98% of this 290.7-mile trip. You'll spend the majority of your time on major interstates like I-71 and I-90. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 182 miles on I-71, indicating long periods of consistent speed and minimal local road navigation. This means the personality of the drive is largely about maintaining highway speeds and making efficient progress across Ohio.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.1 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 290.7 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 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 105.9 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,082 ft
Total Descent
1,095 ft
Highest Point
1,316 ft
~166.1 mi in
Elevation Range
605 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cincinnati, OH and Harpersfield, OH, road signs point toward Lebanon and Wheeling.
Lebanon
Wheeling
Founded 1788
Cincinnati is Ohio's third largest city and the largest metro region, and lies on the north bank of the Ohio River in Southwest Ohio in the United States of America. Cincinnati is distinct amongst Midwestern cities. Its culture is a mixture of the Northeast, Old South, Midwest, and Appalachia blended with a strong German-Catholic heritage. It was one of the United States' early boomtowns, and the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is the largest National Historic District in the country. Today, it's part of a fast-growing metro area, and home to a remarkable blend of industry and architecture. Downtown Cincinnati is surrounded by picturesque foothills that add a beautiful backdrop to the Queen City and its legendary skyline – celebrated in the opening credits of television show WKRP in Cincinnati.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 35m. Total distance: 290.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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