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Trip from Gnadenhutten, 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

2h 6m

Distance

110.2 mi

177 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 58m ★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Gnadenhutten, OH, OH

Gnadenhutten, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

capital city of Ohio, United States of America

Columbus, OH

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Trip Overview

This 110.2-mile drive from Gnadenhutten, OH to Columbus, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused journey perfect for a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes. With 97% of the route on highways like I-70 and I-77, it's a quick and efficient way to travel within the Midwest. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $17, making it an economical option. You'll spend most of your time on I-70, which accounts for the longest stretch of uninterrupted driving at 78.2 miles. Considering its brevity and highway nature, this route is ideal for a spontaneous getaway or a practical commute.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

55.1 miles from Gnadenhutten, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 78.2 mi 1h 25m
I 77 20.5 mi 21m
US 36 8.5 mi 11m
South Walnut Street 0.7 mi 1m
East State Street 0.4 mi 1m
South Grant Avenue 0.4 mi 1m
East Mound Street 0.3 mi <1m
Fetter Lane <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 78.2 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gnadenhutten, OH and Columbus, OH.

1

Start on Fetter Lane

219 ft · 11 sec · Fetter Lane
2

Turn right onto South Walnut Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Walnut Street
3

At end of road, turn right onto US 36

8.5 mi · 11 min · US 36
4

Turn left

0.3 mi · 37 sec
5

Merge onto I 77

20 mi · 21 min · I 77
6

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 44B Toward I 70 West: Columbus
7

Merge onto I 70

78 mi · 1 hr 25 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 25 sec
Exit 101B Toward Downtown Use the slight right lane.
9

Continue on East Mound Street

0.3 mi · 56 sec · East Mound Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10

Turn right onto South Grant Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Grant Avenue
Use the right lane.
11

Turn left onto East State Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East State Street
Use the straight lane.
12

Turn right

88 ft · 6 sec
13

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this relatively short 2-hour and 6-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Aiming to leave Gnadenhutten, OH in the morning will allow you to arrive in Columbus with ample time to explore. Since the route is heavily highway-focused (97%), with the longest stretch being 78.2 miles on I-70, plan for minimal stops unless you need fuel or a quick break. The estimated fuel cost of $17 is quite manageable, so you shouldn't have any major budget surprises. Keep an eye out for the transition points between I-77 and I-70, as these are your primary junctions on this direct Midwest journey.

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 55.1 miles from Gnadenhutten, OH, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.2 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 24 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 55.1 miles or 1h 3m 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 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Gnadenhutten, 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 Gnadenhutten, OH

This is one driving day of about 110.2 miles and 2h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Gnadenhutten, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 78.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Zanesville, OH

55 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

Cambridge, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Zanesville, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 55.1 miles from Gnadenhutten, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

4th & State

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 110.2

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16142245461

Visit website

Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

0.4 mi

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Columbus, Ohio

0.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 110.2

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

0.4 mi

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

2.6 mi

4th & State

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16142245461

Visit website

Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16148675008

Visit website

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16146213287

Visit website

The Eagle | Short North

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 4–10 pm

+16147453397

Visit website

King Gyros Greek Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+16148669008

Visit website

Buckeye Food Stop

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Varsity Club Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16142996269

Visit website

Savvy Sliders

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16148201111

Visit website

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Scioto Audubon Metro Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 110.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+16142025197

Visit website

National Museum of Cambridge Glass

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 31.5

Cambridge, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17404324245

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 109.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 36

At end of road, turn right onto US 36

Navigation decision point

5
30 mi into trip | ~35m in

Take the exit toward I 70 West: Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 44B Toward I 70 West: Columbus
5
30.7 mi into trip | ~37m in | I 70

Merge onto I 70

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
108.9 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Take the exit toward Downtown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 101B Toward Downtown
6
109.5 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in | South Grant Avenue

Turn right onto South Grant Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.10 one way

$34.21 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $18.98 $37.96
premium $4.91 $21.30 $42.60
diesel $5.61 $24.33 $48.66

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 33.1 0 $11.57 $5.29
Efficient EV 27.6 0 $9.64 $4.41
EV Truck/SUV 44.1 0 $15.43 $7.05

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Gnadenhutten, OH

Afternoon in Gnadenhutten on Sunday

Local time

3:22 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Columbus, OH

Afternoon in Columbus on Sunday

Local time

3:22 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°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

10 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

2h 6m 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 predominantly highway experience on this 110.2-mile trip, with 97% of your travel occurring on major interstates like I-70 and I-77. This means you'll encounter mostly fast-paced driving, punctuated by the occasional transition between these main arteries. The longest continuous stretch you'll navigate is a significant 78.2 miles on I-70, offering a solid period of consistent speed and minimal turns. While largely focused on efficient travel, the route does incorporate US-36, offering a brief change of pace before you merge back onto the interstate system. Prepare for a drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination promptly.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.2 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 77. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 36.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 6m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 36): Navigation decision point; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 30.7 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 2h 6m. Total distance: 110.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 78.2 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 36): Navigation decision point; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 30.7 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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