Colerain, OH to Green Creek, OH is 160.6 miles and takes about 3h 34m via US 250, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, offering a straightforward journey between two points in Ohio. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, it's an ideal candidate for a same-day excursion. The drive is categorized as a 'Mixed drive,' suggesting a blend of road types, so be prepared for some variety as you travel.
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
80.3 miles from Colerain, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 250
53 mi
1h 3m
Cadiz-Dennison Road
21.4 mi
30m
Water Street
15.9 mi
17m
Sandusky Street
11.3 mi
17m
Wooster Street
10.6 mi
16m
Cadiz-Harrisville Road
8.3 mi
12m
East McPherson Highway
8.2 mi
10m
Norwalk Bypass
5.4 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
US 250
— 53 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colerain, OH and Green Creek, OH.
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Start on US 250
1.7 mi·2 min·Colerain Road
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Continue on US 250
4.9 mi·7 min·Pleasant Grove Road
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Continue on US 250
8.3 mi·12 min·Cadiz-Harrisville Road
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Continue on US 250
2.2 mi·3 min·East Market Street
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Turn slight left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Deersville Avenue
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Turn right onto US 250
21 mi·30 min·Cadiz-Dennison Road
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Continue on US 250; SR 800
1.1 mi·1 min·US 250; SR 800
8
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
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Turn right onto US 250; SR 800
16 mi·17 min·Water Street
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Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250
Exit 87Toward US 250: Strasburg, MassillonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi·3 min·South Wooster Avenue
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Turn left onto US 250
22 mi·25 min·US 250
13
Keep slight left at fork onto Dover Road
1.1 mi·1 min·Dover Road
14
Continue on SR 302
1.0 mi·1 min·Madison Avenue
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward US 30 West, US 250 West, SR 3 South
16
Merge onto US 30; US 250; SR 3
3.3 mi·4 min·West Lincoln Way
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
15 mi·18 min·US 250
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Continue on US 250
1.4 mi·2 min·US 250
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto US 42; US 250
1.0 mi·1 min·US 42; US 250
20
Turn left onto US 250
2.2 mi·2 min·US 250
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Enter roundabout onto US 250; SR 60
68 ft·0 sec·North Cottage Street
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Continue on US 250; SR 60
0.5 mi·34 sec·North Cottage Street
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Continue on US 250; SR 60
3.7 mi·5 min·United States Highway 250
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Continue on US 250; SR 60
2.2 mi·2 min·Main Street
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Turn straight onto US 250
10 mi·11 min·US 250
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Turn left onto US 250; SR 162
0.4 mi·24 sec·US 250; SR 162
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Continue on US 250; SR 13; SR 162
11 mi·16 min·Wooster Street
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
29
Merge onto US 20; SR 18
5.4 mi·7 min·Norwalk Bypass
30
Continue on US 20; SR 18
11 mi·17 min·Sandusky Street
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Continue on US 20
8.2 mi·10 min·East McPherson Highway
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Turn left onto SR 19
524 ft·17 sec·SR 19
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Turn left
308 ft·24 sec
34
Turn right
288 ft·21 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 34m duration, leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Green Creek comfortably within daylight hours. With only one stop planned, consider making it midway to break up the 53-mile stretch on US 250. The fuel cost is estimated at $25, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Colerain. Keep an eye on road conditions, especially as you transition from main highways to local roads like Cadiz-Dennison Road and Water Street.
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 80.3 miles from Colerain, OH, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53 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 35 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.3 miles or 1h 44m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Green Creek, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Colerain, 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 Colerain, OH
This is one driving day of about 160.6 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Colerain, 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 US 250 for about 53 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 40.2 and 160.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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40.2 mi into trip|~58m in|US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville,...
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56.4 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|US 250
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
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135.2 mi into trip|~2h 56m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
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160.4 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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160.5 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.92 one way
$49.85 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg56 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$27.66
$55.32
premium
$4.91
$31.04
$62.08
diesel
$5.61
$35.46
$70.92
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.2
0
$16.86
$7.71
Efficient EV
40.2
0
$14.05
$6.42
EV Truck/SUV
64.2
0
$22.48
$10.28
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Colerain, OH
Late night
in Colerain on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Green Creek, OH
Late night
in Green Creek on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Sugarcreek, OH
80 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
19 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 34m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 36% of it on highways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 53 miles along US 250, which likely provides a more consistent pace. The journey transitions through different road types, indicated by the inclusion of Cadiz-Dennison Road and Water Street, suggesting a blend of higher-speed sections and potentially more local, winding stretches as you approach your destination. Expect the drive to evolve rather than remain constant.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53 mi on US 250.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.2 miles in near US 250; SR 800.
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 19 significant decision points across 160.6 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 40.2 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Colerain, OH and Green Creek, OH, road signs point toward New Philadelphia and Massillon.
New Philadelphia
40.2 mi in|~58m|via US 250; SR 800
Massillon
56.4 mi in|~1h 16m|via US 250
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 34m. Total distance: 160.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53 miles on US 250. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Green Creek, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.2 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Green Creek, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
