Origin
Florence, OH
Morning in Florence on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florence, OH to Columbus, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florence, OH
WASSIM AHMED
Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 34.3-mile drive from Florence, OH, to Columbus, OH, is easily manageable in about 48 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a modest fuel cost of around $5, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes I-70, with some segments on London – Delaware Road and Columbus Cincinnati Road, offering a mixed driving experience. You won't need an overnight stop; this trip is designed for easy one-way travel, allowing you to focus on your destination in Columbus.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 16.4 mi | 17m |
| London – Delaware Road | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Columbus Cincinnati Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| I 670 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| West High Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Third Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Lafayette Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Neil Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 16.4 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on Neil Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Neil Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 42
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Columbus Cincinnati Road
3
Continue on US 42
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West High Street
4
Turn slight left onto US 42; SR 38
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Elm Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 42
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Lafayette Road
6
Continue on US 42
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
London – Delaware Road
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto I 70
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 670
Toward I 670 East: Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 4A–B
Toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 4A
Toward US 23 South: Third Street
12
Turn straight onto US 23
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto East State Street
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
East State Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from Florence, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 34.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 42 / Columbus Cincinnati Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 42 / Columbus Cincinnati Road
Navigation decision point
7
29.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
I 670
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 670 East: Airport
8
33 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
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 4A–B
Toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
7
33.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 23 South: Third Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 4A
Toward US 23 South: Third Street
6
34.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
East State Street
Turn right onto East State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.32 one way
$10.65 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.63 | $13.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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 Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
London, OH
17 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
5 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
48m 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 drive that's about 58% highway, meaning you'll spend a good portion of the 48 minutes on faster roads like I-70. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.4 miles on I-70, providing a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you approach Columbus, the drive transitions from the interstate to more local roads like London – Delaware Road and Columbus Cincinnati Road, introducing a change in scenery and traffic patterns. This mixed profile means you get a bit of everything, from efficient highway cruising to more urban driving.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.4 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 0.4 miles in near US 42 / Columbus Cincinnati Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 34.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 42 / Columbus Cincinnati Road): Navigation decision point; at 29.4 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33 miles: 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 →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.
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 48m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.4 miles on I 70. 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 Columbus, 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 0.4 miles (US 42 / Columbus Cincinnati Road): Navigation decision point; at 29.4 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33 miles: 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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