This 107.7-mile journey from Cincinnati to Logan Elm Village is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. With 95% of the drive on highways, it's a route focused on efficient travel through Ohio's Midwest region. The estimated fuel cost is around $17, making it an affordable option for a quick getaway or a convenient link between these two points. Given its manageable length and highway-centric profile, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.9 miles from Cincinnati, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Northeast Expressway
28.8 mi
35m
I 71
28 mi
30m
US 22
24.3 mi
35m
US 35
12.3 mi
13m
SR 350
4.3 mi
8m
SR 753
2.2 mi
3m
Middleboro Road
1.9 mi
4m
US 23
1.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Northeast Expressway
— 28.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cincinnati, OH and Logan Elm Village, OH.
1
Start on Ohio Avenue
99 ft·6 sec·Ohio Avenue
2
Turn right onto West McMillan Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·West McMillan Avenue
3
Continue on East McMillan Street
0.8 mi·2 min·East McMillan Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 71
29 mi·35 min·Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 32Toward SR 123: Morrow, LebanonUse the slight right lane.
7
Turn right onto SR 123
515 ft·12 sec·SR 123
8
Turn left onto SR 350
4.3 mi·8 min·SR 350
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto C-45
1.9 mi·4 min·Middleboro Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto SR 350 Truck; C-7
336 ft·10 sec·Wilmington Road
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
12
Merge onto I 71
28 mi·30 min·I 71
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 65Toward SR 435: Washington Court HouseUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto SR 435
0.5 mi·37 sec·Old United States Highway 35
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward US 35 East: Washington Court HouseUse the right lane.
16
Merge onto US 35
12 mi·13 min·US 35
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward SR 753
18
Turn left onto SR 753
2.2 mi·3 min·SR 753
19
Turn right onto US 22
24 mi·35 min·US 22
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US23: Chilicothe
21
Merge onto US 23
1.9 mi·2 min·US 23
22
Turn left onto Logan Elm Boulevard
476 ft·22 sec·Logan Elm Boulevard
23
At end of road, turn right onto Chippewa Drive
0.1 mi·36 sec·Chippewa Drive
24
Turn left onto Wyandot Drive
242 ft·10 sec·Wyandot Drive
25
Arrive at destination
Wyandot Drive
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 107.7-mile drive, flexibility is key. Leaving in the mid-morning can help you avoid the worst of rush hour traffic in Cincinnati. Since the total duration is just over two hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge as the longest stretch without an exit is nearly 29 miles. The estimated fuel cost of $17 suggests you can plan your budget easily. Consider taking advantage of the highway share by using your preferred navigation app for real-time traffic updates, especially as you transition from I-71 to US 22 near Logan Elm Village.
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 53.9 miles from Cincinnati, OH, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.8 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 24 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 11m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Logan Elm Village, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cincinnati, 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 Cincinnati, OH
This is one driving day of about 107.7 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Cincinnati, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Northeast Expressway for about 28.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 65.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
30.1 mi into trip|~38m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
6
36.8 mi into trip|~52m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 North: Columbus
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
7
65.1 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward SR 435: Washington Court House
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 65
Toward SR 435: Washington Court House
6
65.9 mi into trip|~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.71 one way
$33.43 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$18.55
$37.10
premium
$4.91
$20.81
$41.63
diesel
$5.61
$23.78
$47.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.3
0
$11.31
$5.17
Efficient EV
26.9
0
$9.42
$4.31
EV Truck/SUV
43.1
0
$15.08
$6.89
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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 19, 2026
Origin
Cincinnati, OH
Morning
in Cincinnati on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Logan Elm Village, OH
Morning
in Logan Elm Village on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Wilmington, OH
54 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
4 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 23m 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.
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...
Nearly 2000 years ago, Native Americans built dozens of monumental mounds and earthen enclosures in southern Ohio. These earthwork complexes were ceremonial landscapes used for feasts, funerals, ritua...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 92.9
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 44.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the vast majority of this drive, with 95% of your travel occurring on major roads like the Northeast Expressway and I-71. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.8 miles on the Northeast Expressway, offering a consistent pace. While primarily interstate, the route transitions to US 22 as you approach your destination, potentially offering a slight change in scenery and speed. Overall, this drive is characterized by its efficiency, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.8 mi on Northeast Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Northeast Expressway and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 107.7 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 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; 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.
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 Cincinnati, OH to Logan Elm Village, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
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
•Carew Tower — skyscraper in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
•Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains — cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati in downtown Cincinnati...
•Cincinnati Observatory — other organization in Cincinnati, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 107.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.8 miles on Northeast Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Logan Elm Village, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument, Hopewell Culture National Historical Park and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Logan Elm Village, OH before heading back.
