This straightforward 53.9-mile drive from Columbus to Fredericktown, Ohio, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-71 for about 80% of the journey, it offers a direct and efficient route through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this highway-focused drive is a budget-friendly option for a quick excursion. You'll find this route to be a practical choice for a short getaway or a necessary leg of a larger Midwest adventure.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
41.3 mi
45m
West Sandusky Street
8.3 mi
15m
State Route 95
1.8 mi
2m
East Long Street
0.6 mi
1m
Cleveland Avenue
0.4 mi
1m
South High Street
0.3 mi
1m
East State Street
0.1 mi
<1m
North Edgehill Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 41.3 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, OH and Fredericktown, OH.
1
Start on this road
77 ft·5 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto East State Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·East State Street
3
Turn right onto South High Street
0.3 mi·1 min·South High Street
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto US 33
0.6 mi·1 min·East Long Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto SR 3
0.4 mi·1 min·Cleveland Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
197 ft·4 sec
Toward I 71, I 670 EastUse the right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 71 North, I 670 EastUse the slight left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 71
41 mi·45 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 151Toward SR 95: Mount Gilead, FredericktownUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto SR 95
1.8 mi·2 min·State Route 95
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on SR 95
8.3 mi·15 min·West Sandusky Street
13
Turn left onto North Edgehill Drive
98 ft·4 sec·North Edgehill Drive
14
Arrive at destination
North Edgehill Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 26.9 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|South High Street
Turn right onto South High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
1.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 71, I 670 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71, I 670 East
8
1.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North, I 670 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 670 East
7
1.8 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
43.4 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward SR 95: Mount Gilead, Fredericktown
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 151
Toward SR 95: Mount Gilead, Fredericktown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.37 one way
$16.73 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg19 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$9.28
$18.57
premium
$4.91
$10.42
$20.83
diesel
$5.61
$11.90
$23.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
16.2
0
$5.66
$2.59
Efficient EV
13.5
0
$4.72
$2.16
EV Truck/SUV
21.6
0
$7.55
$3.45
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026
Origin
Columbus, OH
Morning
in Columbus on Tuesday
Local time
11:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Patchy Frost
SE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 21 at 2:52AM EDT until April 23 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 21 at 2:52AM EDT until April 24 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Fredericktown, OH
Morning
in Fredericktown on Tuesday
Local time
11:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Berkshire, OH
27 mi in
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
16 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 10m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with I-71 forming the backbone of this 53.9-mile journey. You'll spend the majority of your time on this interstate, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 41.3 miles. While mostly high-speed interstate driving, the route does incorporate segments of West Sandusky Street and State Route 95, offering a slight shift in pace. This blend means a quick transit time, but be prepared for the consistent feel of highway travel for most of the 1 hour and 10 minute duration.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.3 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and West Sandusky Street. 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 Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 53.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.3 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Fredericktown, 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 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fredericktown, OH before heading back.
