Henry, OH to Springfield, OH is 177.7 miles and takes about 3h 29m via I 71 and US 36, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest and within Ohio, so you'll experience familiar Midwestern landscapes throughout. Given the relatively short duration and primarily highway profile, this route is best suited for a single-day excursion. It's a straightforward drive 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 realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
88.8 miles from Henry, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
89.3 mi
1h 35m
US 36
34.9 mi
42m
Marysville Road
14.3 mi
16m
Willow Freeway
11.3 mi
13m
I 271
10 mi
11m
State Route 37 East
5.8 mi
7m
East William Street
2.4 mi
2m
Outerbelt South Freeway
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 89.3 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henry, OH and Springfield, OH.
1
Start on SR 14
473 ft·14 sec·Broadway Avenue
2
Turn left onto Henry Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Henry Street
3
Turn right onto McCracken Road
0.1 mi·26 sec·McCracken Road
4
Turn left onto East 119th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·East 119th Street
5
Turn right onto SR 17
0.8 mi·1 min·Granger Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Transportation Boulevard
0.3 mi·41 sec·Transportation Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 480 West: Toledo
8
Merge onto I 480
1.1 mi·1 min·Outerbelt South Freeway
9
Take the exit
470 ft·11 sec
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 20AToward I 77 South: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 77 South: Akron
12
Merge onto I 77
11 mi·13 min·Willow Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 144Toward I 271 South: ColumbusUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 271
10 mi·11 min·I 271
15
Merge onto I 71
89 mi·1 hr 35 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 131Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, DelawareUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto US 36; SR 37
5.8 mi·7 min·State Route 37 East
18
Continue on US 36; SR 37
0.9 mi·1 min·Sunbury Road
19
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
2.4 mi·2 min·East William Street
20
Continue on US 36
14 mi·16 min·Marysville Road
21
Take the exit onto US 36
3.3 mi·4 min·US 36
22
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4
31 mi·38 min·US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
24
Turn straight onto SR 4
0.1 mi·14 sec·Mitchell Boulevard
25
Turn left onto SR 4
0.2 mi·21 sec·North Belmont Avenue
26
Turn right onto SR 4
1.0 mi·1 min·Lagonda Avenue
27
Turn right onto SR 4
0.4 mi·34 sec·Warder Street
28
Continue on US 40; SR 4; SR 41
0.5 mi·59 sec·East North Street
29
Turn left onto North Fountain Avenue
0.3 mi·45 sec·North Fountain Avenue
30
Turn left onto East High Street
476 ft·22 sec·East High Street
31
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
364 ft·7 sec·South Limestone Street
32
Arrive at destination
South Limestone Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time under four hours, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination or to allow for flexibility. The longest stretch without a major road change is 89.3 miles on I 71, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before or after this segment. While the fuel cost is estimated at $28, it's always wise to have a little extra buffer. Since this is a shorter drive, you have the advantage of not needing to split it, but be aware that the transition from I 71 to US 36 marks a significant change in driving conditions.
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 88.8 miles from Henry, OH, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.3 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 39 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.8 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Henry, 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 Henry, OH
This is one driving day of about 177.7 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Henry, 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 89.3 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 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 116.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.2 mi into trip|~3m in|SR 17 / Granger Road
Turn right onto SR 17 / Granger Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
3.7 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the exit toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
8
3.8 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 77 South: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20A
Toward I 77 South: Akron
7
16.4 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward I 271 South: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 144
Toward I 271 South: Columbus
8
116.4 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 131
Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.58 one way
$55.16 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg62 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$30.61
$61.22
premium
$4.91
$34.34
$68.69
diesel
$5.61
$39.23
$78.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
53.3
0
$18.66
$8.53
Efficient EV
44.4
0
$15.55
$7.11
EV Truck/SUV
71.1
0
$24.88
$11.37
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Henry, OH
Morning
in Henry on Tuesday
Local time
8:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Rain Showers Likely then Snow Showers Likely
N 9 mph70% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 9:13PM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 9:13PM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Springfield, OH
Morning
in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Widespread Frost
NW 5 to 13 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 9:13PM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 9:13PM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 29m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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.
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 12.3
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...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 177.7
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...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 177.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 86% of the route utilizing them. You'll encounter a substantial stretch of 89.3 miles on I 71, offering uninterrupted cruising. After this long highway segment, you'll transition to surface roads like US 36 and Marysville Road. Expect a noticeable change in pace and exit frequency as you move from the interstate to these more local routes.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.3 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 36. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near SR 17 / Granger Road.
Driving Effort10/10
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 25 significant decision points across 177.7 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 1.2 miles (SR 17 / Granger Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Henry, OH to Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.
Delaware
116.4 mi in|~2h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 29m. Total distance: 177.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 89.3 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 Springfield, 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 1.2 miles (SR 17 / Granger Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Springfield, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
