BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Polaris, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+16148851800
Visit websiteCompiled 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
285.3 mi
459 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, OH
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Vienna, OH
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This 285.3-mile journey from Hamilton, OH, to Vienna, OH, is designed for efficiency, taking an estimated 5 hours and 28 minutes. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-71, I-76, and I-70, making it a very manageable one-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $44, this drive offers a straightforward way to cover ground within the Midwest. Plan for a single stop along the way to break up the drive. Given its highway nature, it's best suited for those prioritizing reaching their destination quickly over leisurely sightseeing.
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
142.7 miles from Hamilton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .
| 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 |
| I 80 | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| Hamilton Middletown Road | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Hamilton Lebanon Road East | 4.5 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, OH and Vienna, OH.
Start on SR 129; SR 177
Turn left onto SR 4
Continue on SR 4
Continue on SR 4
Take the exit
Continue on SR 63
Turn straight onto SR 63
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Continue on I 675
Keep slight left at fork onto I 675
Take the exit
Merge onto I 70; SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 71
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 76; US 224
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
Continue on I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Take the exit
Turn right onto East Liberty Street
Turn left onto SR 193
Continue on SR 193
Turn left onto Warren-Sharon Road
Arrive at destination
For this 285.3-mile drive, consider an early morning departure from Hamilton to make the most of your day and avoid potential traffic, especially if you plan to arrive in Vienna by late afternoon. With a total duration of 5 hours and 28 minutes and a recommended single stop, you can comfortably complete this trip without an overnight stay. Keep an eye on your fuel levels; the longest stretch without a planned exit is 99.5 miles on I-71, so be sure to refuel before you hit that segment if needed. The estimated fuel cost of $44 is a good budgeting benchmark for this journey.
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.
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 142.7 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 Vienna, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hamilton, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 285.3 miles and 5h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 142.7 miles from Hamilton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Polaris, Ohio
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+16148851800
Noodles and Company
Columbus, Ohio
Rollz Rice Indian Kitchen
Lewis Center, Ohio
Top Coffee Stop
Dayton, Ohio
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 6 am–7 pm
+19379859623
Java Central Café and Roaster
Westerville, Ohio
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Polaris, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+16148851800
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm
+16144680500
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Lewis Center, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+16145053317
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hilliard, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+16148766888
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Worthington, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+16148479991
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Beavercreek, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+19374292236
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Barberton, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+13304757978
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Springfield, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm
+19373240041
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Dayton, Ohio
Hours: 6 am–7 pm
+19379859623
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Westerville, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+16148390698
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Middletown, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
Near the end, short detour
Warren, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Kent, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
North Jackson, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15186913119
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Kent, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Kent, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Warren, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
Kent, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
Kent, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Beavercreek, Ohio
Hours: 1–9 pm
+19379129741
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Westerville, Ohio
+16149016500
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Dayton, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+19372283221
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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.
Take the exit toward I 675 North: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
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
Regular Gas
$44.28 one way
$88.56 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $49.14 | $98.28 |
| premium | $4.91 | $55.14 | $110.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.99 | $125.98 |
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: 99.8 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 | 85.6 | 1 | $29.96 | $13.69 |
| Efficient EV | 71.3 | 0 | $24.96 | $11.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.1 | 1 | $39.94 | $18.26 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Hamilton on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Vienna on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 5-hour, 28-minute drive, with 92% of the miles on interstates. This means consistent speeds and a straightforward navigation path. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 99.5 miles on I-71, so be prepared for a significant period of highway driving. While the route is largely defined by its interstate segments, the shift between I-71, I-76, and I-70 will offer some variation in the immediate surroundings as you progress through Ohio. It's a route built for covering distance.
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.
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 26 significant decision points across 285.3 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hamilton, OH and Vienna, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Akron.
Cleveland
Akron
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 28m. Total distance: 285.3 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.
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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