Origin
Columbus, OH
Morning in Columbus on Tuesday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbus, OH to Ada, 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 50m
Distance
79.7 mi
128 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbus, OH
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Ada, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 79.7-mile journey from Columbus, OH to Ada, OH is a perfect day trip, easily completed in about 1 hour and 50 minutes. Primarily utilizing SR 31 and US 33, with a segment on Lima Street, this drive stays within Ohio, connecting two Midwest locations. With an estimated fuel cost of just $12, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a purposeful trip. The route is predominantly highway-focused, making it a convenient and efficient drive. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, as this trip is well within the scope of a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.9 miles from Columbus, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 31 | 21.8 mi | 31m |
| US 33 | 16.7 mi | 18m |
| Lima Street | 12.7 mi | 19m |
| State Route 31 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 8 mi | 9m |
| West Freeway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| SR 235 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South Innerbelt | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 31
— 21.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Ada, OH.
1
Start on this road
77 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East State Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
East State Street
3
Turn left onto South High Street
494 ft
·
20 sec
·
South High Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto West Town Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Town Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto Civic Center Drive
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Civic Center Drive
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on South 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
South 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I-70 West
8
Merge onto I 70
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Innerbelt
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Continue on I 70
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 93
Toward I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 270 North: Cleveland
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 270
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 17B
Toward US 33 West, SR 161 West: Marysville
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto US 33; SR 161
17 mi
·
18 min
·
US 33; SR 161
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 92
Toward SR 4 North, SR 31: Marion, Kenton
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward SR 31: Kenton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
370 ft
·
9 sec
Toward SR 31: Kenton
18
Keep slight left at fork
419 ft
·
12 sec
Toward Maple Street
19
Turn right onto SR 31
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Maple Street
20
Continue on SR 31
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 31
21
Enter roundabout onto State Route 31
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Route 31
22
Continue on State Route 31
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 31
23
Continue on SR 31
22 mi
·
31 min
·
SR 31
24
Turn left onto SR 309
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Franklin Street
25
Turn straight onto SR 309
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Lima Street
26
Turn right onto SR 235
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 235
27
Turn right onto East Lincoln Avenue
145 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Lincoln Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
East Lincoln Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 50 minutes for this 79.7-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can decide on the fly if you need a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $12, and it's always wise to start with a full tank. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 21.8 miles on SR 31, so plan accordingly if you prefer to stretch your legs before then. This route is designed for efficiency, so a direct drive is easily achievable.
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 39.9 miles from Columbus, OH, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.8 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.9 miles or 51m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ada, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Columbus, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Columbus, OH
This is one driving day of about 79.7 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Columbus, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 31 for about 21.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.9 miles from Columbus, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 215 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 33.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South High Street
Turn left onto South High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Civic Center Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Civic Center Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
7.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 270
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 93
Toward I 270
8
16.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward US 33 West, SR 161 West: Marysville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 17B
Toward US 33 West, SR 161 West: Marysville
8
33.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 31: Kenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 31: Kenton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.37 one way
$24.74 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.73 | $27.46 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.40 | $30.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.60 | $35.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Ada, OH
Morning in Ada on Tuesday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
17 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 50m 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 experience for the majority of this 79.7-mile drive, with 79% of the route being on highways. You'll encounter longer stretches of consistent driving, including a segment of 21.8 miles on SR 31. While the profile suggests a highway-centric journey, be aware that the transition onto and off of these main roads, like US 33 and Lima Street, might offer a slightly different road feel. Overall, this route prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways, making it a predictable and smooth drive.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.8 mi on SR 31.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 31 and US 33. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South High Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.7 miles you will encounter 21 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 0.1 miles (South High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Civic Center Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Columbus, OH to Ada, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Kenton along the way.
Kenton
33.1 mi in
|
~40m
About the Cities
Starting 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 50m. Total distance: 79.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.8 miles on SR 31. 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 Ada, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 0.1 miles (South High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Civic Center Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 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 Ada, 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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