Origin
Frazeysburg, OH
Afternoon in Frazeysburg on Sunday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Frazeysburg, OH to Cincinnati, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
159.4 mi
257 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Frazeysburg, OH
Christina Erato Zymvragou
Cincinnati, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Frazeysburg to Cincinnati is 159.4 miles and takes about 3h 9m via South Freeway and I 70, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily takes you through the Midwest, staying within Ohio for its entirety. Expect a straightforward, highway-focused experience that makes for a convenient single-day journey. The drive is designed for efficiency, making it a solid choice if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Plan for a relatively short travel time, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
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
79.7 miles from Frazeysburg, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Freeway | 97.4 mi | 1h 49m |
| I 70 | 19.2 mi | 20m |
| SR 16 | 13.4 mi | 14m |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| SR 79 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Raiders Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| William Howard Taft Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
South Freeway
— 97.4 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frazeysburg, OH and Cincinnati, OH.
1
Start on this road
95 ft
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12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South Basin Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Basin Street
3
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street
4
Continue on Raiders Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Raiders Road
5
Turn left onto SR 586
528 ft
·
12 sec
·
Blackrun Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward SR 16 West
7
Merge onto SR 16
13 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 16
8
Take the exit onto SR 79
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 79
Toward SR 79 South: Heath, 11th Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
10
Merge onto I 70
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 108
Toward I 270 South, I 270 North
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 270 South
Use the slight left lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 270 South
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 270
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 55
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 55B
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 71
97 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 3A; 3B
Toward Taft Road, Martin Luther King Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Taft Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn straight onto William Howard Taft Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
William Howard Taft Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Continue on Calhoun Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Calhoun Street
23
Turn left onto Ohio Avenue
340 ft
·
13 sec
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Ohio Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Ohio Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3h 9m duration, this route is ideal for a same-day trip. You can comfortably leave Frazeysburg in the morning and arrive in Cincinnati with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop, flexibility is key – choose a rest area or quick fuel stop that suits your schedule. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without services could be up to 97.4 miles. A budget of $25 for fuel should cover the 159.4-mile journey, but it's always wise to check current prices before you depart.
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 79.7 miles from Frazeysburg, OH, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.4 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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.7 miles or 1h 37m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cincinnati, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Frazeysburg, 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 Frazeysburg, OH
This is one driving day of about 159.4 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Frazeysburg, 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 South Freeway for about 97.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.7 miles from Frazeysburg, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before South Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.4 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 17.4 and 157.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
17.4 mi into trip
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~24m in
|
SR 79
Take the exit onto SR 79 toward SR 79 South: Heath, 11th 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.
Toward SR 79 South: Heath, 11th Street
8
46.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward I 270 South, I 270 North
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 108
Toward I 270 South, I 270 North
8
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
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 55
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
8
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 55B
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
8
157.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
Take the exit toward Taft Road, Martin Luther King Drive
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 3A; 3B
Toward Taft Road, Martin Luther King Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.74 one way
$49.48 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $27.46 | $54.91 |
| premium | $4.91 | $30.81 | $61.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.19 | $70.39 |
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: 55.8 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 | 47.8 | 0 | $16.74 | $7.65 |
| Efficient EV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.95 | $6.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.32 | $10.20 |
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.
Destination
Cincinnati, OH
Afternoon in Cincinnati on Sunday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 8 to 13 mph
92% chance
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
11 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
3h 9m 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 109.9
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...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 115.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with a substantial 94% share on major roadways. You'll spend most of your time on the South Freeway and I 70, experiencing a consistent, high-speed journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 97.4 miles on the South Freeway, so settle in for a significant period of highway cruising. While the majority is interstate, be aware that the initial and final segments may involve state routes like SR 16 before merging onto faster thoroughfares. The overall character is one of forward momentum, minimizing detours and maximizing mileage.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 97.4 mi on South Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Freeway and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.4 miles in near SR 79.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 159.4 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 17.4 miles (SR 79): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Frazeysburg, OH to Cincinnati, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.
Columbus
59 mi in
|
~1h 13m
About the Cities
Arriving in Cincinnati, OH
Full guide →Founded 1788
Cincinnati is Ohio's third largest city and the largest metro region, and lies on the north bank of the Ohio River in Southwest Ohio in the United States of America. Cincinnati is distinct amongst Midwestern cities. Its culture is a mixture of the Northeast, Old South, Midwest, and Appalachia blended with a strong German-Catholic heritage. It was one of the United States' early boomtowns, and the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is the largest National Historic District in the country. Today, it's part of a fast-growing metro area, and home to a remarkable blend of industry and architecture. Downtown Cincinnati is surrounded by picturesque foothills that add a beautiful backdrop to the Queen City and its legendary skyline – celebrated in the opening credits of television show WKRP in Cincinnati.
Top landmarks
- • Carew Tower — skyscraper in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
- • Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains — cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati in downtown Cincinnati...
- • Cincinnati Observatory — other organization in Cincinnati, United States
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 3h 9m. Total distance: 159.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 97.4 miles on South Freeway. 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 Cincinnati, 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 17.4 miles (SR 79): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Cincinnati, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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