This straightforward 62.2-mile drive from Harris, OH to Columbus, OH is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 23 and SR 772, with a section on South High Street, the route offers a direct path through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this is an economical option for getting to the state capital. The drive is focused on highway travel, making it a practical choice for those looking for an efficient journey without extensive stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.1 miles from Harris, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 23
35.2 mi
45m
SR 772
14.8 mi
24m
South High Street
9 mi
17m
East Main Street
1.9 mi
2m
Harris Station Road
1 mi
3m
East State Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 35.2 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harris, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on Harris Station Road
1.0 mi·3 min·Harris Station Road
2
Turn sharp left onto SR 772
15 mi·24 min·SR 772
3
Turn right onto US 50; SR 104
1.9 mi·2 min·East Main Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward US 23 North, US 35 West: Columbus
5
Merge onto US 23; US 35
0.7 mi·54 sec·US 23; US 35
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
34 mi·44 min·US 23
Toward US 23 North: ColumbusUse the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 23
9.0 mi·17 min·South High Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto East State Street
0.1 mi·35 sec·East State Street
9
Continue on East State Street
106 ft·3 sec·East State Street
10
Turn right
88 ft·6 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 35-minute duration, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it suits you best. There are no specific mandated stops, so you can easily complete this 62.2-mile drive in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is low at $10, but it's always wise to top up before heading out. A useful tip for this route is to be aware of potential traffic slowdowns on US 23 as you get closer to the Columbus metropolitan area, especially during peak commuting hours.
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 31.1 miles from Harris, OH, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.2 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 14 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.1 miles or 49m 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 17m
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 Harris, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Harris, OH
This is one driving day of about 62.2 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Harris, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 23 for about 35.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 62 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip|~3m in|SR 772
Turn sharp left onto SR 772
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
15.8 mi into trip|~28m in|US 50; SR 104 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 50; SR 104 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
17.7 mi into trip|~31m in
Take the ramp toward US 23 North, US 35 West: Columbus
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 23 North, US 35 West: Columbus
7
18.6 mi into trip|~32m in|US 23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23 North: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 23 North: Columbus
4
62 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|East State Street
Turn right onto East State Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.65 one way
$19.31 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$10.71
$21.43
premium
$4.91
$12.02
$24.04
diesel
$5.61
$13.73
$27.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.7
0
$6.53
$2.99
Efficient EV
15.6
0
$5.44
$2.49
EV Truck/SUV
24.9
0
$8.71
$3.98
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Harris, OH
Afternoon
in Harris on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Columbus, OH
Afternoon
in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Kingston, OH
31 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
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
1h 35m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Nearly 2000 years ago, Native Americans built dozens of monumental mounds and earthen enclosures in southern Ohio. These earthwork complexes were ceremonial landscapes used for feasts, funerals, ritua...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 10.7
Caution: Hopeton Earthworks Closed for Construction Until May 2026
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this trip, with 80% of the journey on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 35.2 miles on US 23, offering a good period of consistent driving. While predominantly highway, the inclusion of SR 772 and South High Street suggests a transition into more local road characteristics as you approach Columbus. This mix means you'll experience both efficient travel and a gradual shift in the driving environment.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.2 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and SR 772. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near SR 772.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 35m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (SR 772): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 15.8 miles (US 50; SR 104 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
The longest stretch is about 35.2 miles on US 23. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 1 miles (SR 772): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 15.8 miles (US 50; SR 104 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Hopewell Culture National Historical Park. 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 Columbus, OH before heading back.
