Origin
Greenville, OH
Morning in Greenville on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenville, OH to Springfield, 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 5m
Distance
55.1 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenville, OH
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Springfield, OH
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Trip Overview
Spanning 54.7 miles across the Ohio Midwest, this drive connects Greenville to Springfield in about one hour and two minutes. Because the entire journey is completed on local roads, you should plan for a single-day trip rather than an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two regional hubs. Expect a straightforward, turn-heavy experience that requires your full attention on local streets. Since no highways are involved, this route offers a practical alternative for those who prefer surface-level roads over high-speed transit. It is an efficient, no-nonsense path for travelers looking to move directly between these two cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 20.9 mi | 23m |
| Dayton Road | 17 mi | 19m |
| SR 4 | 6.3 mi | 6m |
| South Dayton Greenville Pike | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| West Columbia Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Sweitzer Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North State Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 20.9 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, OH and Springfield, OH.
1
Start on this road
36 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Public Square
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Public Square
3
Enter roundabout onto South Broadway
297 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Broadway
4
Continue on South Broadway
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Broadway
5
Turn right onto SR 49; SR 121
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Washington Avenue
6
Turn right onto SR 49; SR 121
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Pine Street
7
Turn left onto SR 49
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Sweitzer Street
8
Continue on SR 49
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Dayton Road
9
Continue on SR 49
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
North State Street
10
Continue on SR 49
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South Dayton Greenville Pike
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
21 mi
·
23 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 4
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 4
13
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Main Street
14
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Park Road
15
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West North Street
16
Continue on US 40; SR 4
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Columbia Street
17
Turn right onto North Fountain Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Fountain Avenue
18
Turn left onto East High Street
476 ft
·
22 sec
·
East High Street
19
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
364 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Limestone Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Limestone Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Greenville, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 55 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Public Square
Turn right onto Public Square
Navigation decision point
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Broadway
Enter roundabout onto South Broadway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
25 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
East High Street
Turn left onto East High Street
Navigation decision point
5
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
South Limestone Street
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.55 one way
$17.10 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.49 | $18.98 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.65 | $21.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.17 | $24.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 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 | 16.5 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.71 | $3.53 |
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.
Destination
Springfield, OH
Morning in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 5m 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?
Forget the monotony of interstate cruising; this route is defined by its turn-heavy local character. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, relying instead on Public Square, South Broadway, and Washington Avenue to navigate the landscape. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Public Square, meaning you should prepare for frequent turns and intersections rather than long, straightaways. This drive demands engagement behind the wheel, keeping you active as you transition through the local infrastructure. Expect a steady, hands-on driving experience that reflects the layout of the regional towns you are traversing.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.9 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Public Square.
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 55.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Public Square): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Broadway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 25 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Greenville, OH
Full guide →Founded 1795
Greenville is a city of 13,000 people (2020) in the Miami - Scioto basins, and the county seat of Darke County, Ohio.
Arriving in Springfield, OH
Full guide →Springfield is a city in Clark County, Ohio.
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 5m. Total distance: 55.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). 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 20.9 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 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.
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 (Public Square): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Broadway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 25 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. 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 Springfield, 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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