Origin
Five Points, OH
Morning in Five Points on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Five Points, OH to Columbus, 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 35m
Distance
79.3 mi
128 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Five Points, OH
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Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
This 79.3-mile drive from Five Points, OH, to Columbus, OH, is easily manageable in a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 96% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I-71 and SR 73. Expect a fuel cost of around $12 for this trip. Given its short duration and straightforward path through the Midwest, it's an ideal day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You won't need to worry about overnight stays or extensive planning for this relatively quick journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.7 miles from Five Points, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 60.9 mi | 1h 6m |
| SR 73 | 15.1 mi | 21m |
| Bunnell Hill Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Front Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Innerbelt | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 60.9 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Five Points, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on T-128
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bunnell Hill Road
2
Enter roundabout onto T-128
270 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bunnell Hill Road
3
Continue on T-128
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bunnell Hill Road
4
Turn left onto SR 73
15 mi
·
21 min
·
SR 73
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
6
Merge onto I 71
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 71
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 71
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 70; I 71
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Innerbelt
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
10
Turn left onto South Front Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto West State Street
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
West State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on East State Street
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
East State Street
13
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this efficient 1-hour-and-35-minute drive, flexibility is key. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak traffic, especially as you approach Columbus. With only 79.3 miles to cover, you can easily complete this trip in one go without needing significant stops, though short breaks are always recommended. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $12, and plan to refuel before you leave Five Points if you're running low. Since the longest stretch is 60.9 miles on I-71, ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving.
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 39.7 miles from Five Points, OH, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.9 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 49m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Five Points, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Five Points, OH
This is one driving day of about 79.3 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Five Points, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 60.9 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.7 miles from Five Points, 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 60.9 miles.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 79 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
T-128 / Bunnell Hill Road
Enter roundabout onto T-128 / Bunnell Hill Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SR 73
Turn left onto SR 73
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
77.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
I 71
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
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeli...
6
78.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
South Front Street
Turn left onto South Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
79 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
|
West State Street
Turn right onto West State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.31 one way
$24.61 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.66 | $27.32 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.33 | $30.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.51 | $35.02 |
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: 27.7 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 | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.08 |
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
Columbus, OH
Morning in Columbus on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 9 to 15 mph
92% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 12:43PM EDT until April 22 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 12:43PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
71°F
Wilmington, OH
40 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
24 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 35m 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.
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 24.6
View on nps.gov
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, designed for efficient travel. You'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads, with a significant 96% of the route being highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 60.9 miles on I-71. While the majority of the journey is on the interstate, you will briefly use SR 73 and Bunnell Hill Road, which may offer a slight change of pace before returning to the main highway. Prepare for a consistent, fast-paced drive for the bulk of your trip.
96% 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: 60.9 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and SR 73. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near T-128 / Bunnell Hill Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.3 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: near the start (T-128 / Bunnell Hill Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.6 miles (SR 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 35m. Total distance: 79.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.9 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (T-128 / Bunnell Hill Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.6 miles (SR 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument 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 Columbus, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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