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Trip from Hamilton, OH to Campbell, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 28m

Distance

285 mi

459 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
5h 15m ★
6 AM
5h 29m
8 AM
5h 56m
10 AM
5h 38m
12 PM
5h 36m
3 PM
5h 40m
5 PM
5h 54m
8 PM
5h 21m

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

Downtown Hamilton, OH, OH

Hamilton, OH

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city in Ohio, USA

Campbell, OH

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Trip Overview

This 285-mile journey from Hamilton, Ohio, to Campbell, Ohio, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 28 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-71, I-76, and I-70, you'll find this to be a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the route on interstates. With a fuel cost estimated at $44, it's an economical option for a quick trip within the Midwest. The route is straightforward, making it a good choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

142.5 miles from Hamilton, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 71 99.5 mi 1h 47m
I 76 57.6 mi 1h 6m
I 70 51.1 mi 55m
I 675 24.7 mi 28m
I 75 13.3 mi 15m
Hamilton Middletown Road 6.4 mi 7m
Hamilton Lebanon Road East 4.5 mi 8m
I 680 4.5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 71 — 99.5 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, OH and Campbell, OH.

1

Start on SR 129; SR 177

0.7 mi · 1 min · High Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Turn left onto SR 4

0.6 mi · 50 sec · North Erie Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3

Continue on SR 4

0.6 mi · 41 sec · Fairgrove Avenue
4

Continue on SR 4

6.4 mi · 7 min · Hamilton Middletown Road
Use the left lane.
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward SR 63: Monroe, Lebanon
6

Continue on SR 63

4.5 mi · 8 min · Hamilton Lebanon Road East
Use the straight lane.
7

Turn straight onto SR 63

0.1 mi · 9 sec · SR 63
8

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 75 North: Dayton Use the left lane.
9

Merge onto I 75

13 mi · 15 min · I 75
10

Take the exit

1.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 43 Toward I 675 North: Columbus Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on I 675

16 mi · 18 min · I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 675

9.0 mi · 10 min · I 675
13

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 26A Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
14

Merge onto I 70; SR 4

1.9 mi · 1 min · I 70; SR 4
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

49 mi · 53 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670

4.3 mi · 5 min · I 670
Toward I 670 East: Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight right lane.
19

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight left lane.
20

Merge onto I 71

100 mi · 1 hr 47 min · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 209A-B Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron Use the slight right lane.
22

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 209A Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Merge onto I 76; US 224

17 mi · 20 min · I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
24

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

1.9 mi · 2 min · Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
25

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 76
Toward I 76 East: Akron Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77

39 mi · 43 min · I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Continue on I 80

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 80
28

Keep slight right at fork onto I 680

4.5 mi · 5 min · I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
29

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec
30

Continue on SR 193

2.7 mi · 2 min · Madison Avenue Expressway
31

Turn right onto SR 289

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Oak Street
32

Turn left onto SR 289

0.3 mi · 33 sec · North Hine Street
33

Turn right onto SR 289

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Himrod Avenue
34

Turn left onto SR 289

2.3 mi · 4 min · Wilson Avenue
35

Turn left onto 3rd Street

0.1 mi · 34 sec · 3rd Street
36

Continue on Penhale Avenue

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Penhale Avenue
37

Turn left onto 6th Street

355 ft · 21 sec · 6th Street
38

Turn left onto Whipple Avenue

113 ft · 5 sec · Whipple Avenue
39

Arrive at destination

Whipple Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 5 hour and 28 minute duration, this drive is comfortably achievable in one day. Aim for an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $44, and while there are ample services along the interstate, it's always wise to fill up before reaching the longest stretch of 99.5 miles on I-71 to avoid any potential delays.

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 142.5 miles from Hamilton, OH, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.5 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 63 miles or 1h 16m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 142.5 miles or 2h 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 26m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, OH

This is one driving day of about 285 miles and 5h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Hamilton, 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 I 71 for about 99.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Mansfield, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

143 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

Beavercreek, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Reynoldsburg, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 142.5 miles from Hamilton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 99.5 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

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Polaris, Ohio

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 122.2

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+16148851800

Visit website

Noodles and Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Columbus, Ohio

0.5 mi

Wild Ginger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hilliard, Ohio

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Pettibone Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dayton, Ohio

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 40.7

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+19379859623

Visit website

Java Central Café and Roaster

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Westerville, Ohio

2.4 mi

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 122.2

Polaris, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+16148851800

Visit website

Noodles and Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+16144680500

Visit website

Wild Ginger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 101.8

Hilliard, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16148766888

Visit website

Rollz Rice Indian Kitchen

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.2

Lewis Center, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16145053317

Visit website

Donavito's Restaurant & Catering Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 285

Struthers, Ohio

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13307553456

Visit website

Selah Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 285

Struthers, Ohio

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13307552759

Visit website

Dragon Land Chinese Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.2

Worthington, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+16148479991

Visit website

House of Thai Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 40.7

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+19374292236

Visit website

Pettibone Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 40.7

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+19379859623

Visit website

Java Central Café and Roaster

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.2

Westerville, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+16148390698

Visit website

Straight Shot Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 20.4

Middletown, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 101.8

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 285

Youngstown, Ohio

PowerCharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 285

Youngstown, Ohio

+18332172197

Visit website

PowerCharge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 285

Youngstown, Ohio

+18332172197

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 244.3

Kent, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 244.3

Kent, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 244.3

Kent, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ViaLynk Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 264.7

North Jackson, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15186913119

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 244.3

Kent, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Level Up Pinball Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 40.7

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 1–9 pm

+19379129741

Visit website

Millstone Creek Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 122.2

Westerville, Ohio

+16149016500

Visit website

Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 40.7

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+19372283221

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 30

5 decision points cluster between mile 27 and 209.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
27 mi into trip | ~35m in

Take the exit toward I 675 North: Columbus

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 43 Toward I 675 North: Columbus
7
104.9 mi into trip | ~2h 1m 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
109.2 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in | North Innerbelt

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
8
209.6 mi into trip | ~3h 56m in

Take the exit toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron

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 209A-B Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
9
209.9 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 209A Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.23 one way

$88.46 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 100 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $49.09 $98.18
premium $4.91 $55.08 $110.16
diesel $5.61 $62.92 $125.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$44

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 99.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 85.5 1 $29.92 $13.68
Efficient EV 71.3 0 $24.94 $11.40
EV Truck/SUV 114 1 $39.90 $18.24

Gas CO2

100 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 17, 2026

Origin

Hamilton, OH

Night in Hamilton on Saturday

Local time

9:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Campbell, OH

Night in Campbell on Saturday

Local time

9:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Mansfield, OH

143 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

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

5h 28m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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.

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

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...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 39.3
View on nps.gov
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 49.1
View on nps.gov
Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

National Park

Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...

15 mi from route ~38 min detour Free near mile 235.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 285-mile trip, as 92% of the route is on interstates like I-71, I-76, and I-70. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 99.5 miles on I-71, meaning you can settle in for extended periods of steady driving. While primarily interstate, the landscape will transition as you move across Ohio. Be prepared for a consistent driving pace, punctuated by the occasional exit for services.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 99.5 mi on I 71.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27 miles in.

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 30 significant decision points across 285 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 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.9 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.2 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Hamilton, OH and Campbell, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Akron.

Cleveland

109.2 mi in | ~2h 7m | via North Innerbelt

Akron

209.6 mi in | ~3h 56m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 28m. Total distance: 285 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 99.5 miles on I 71. 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 Campbell, 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 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.9 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.2 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Campbell, OH before the return drive.

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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