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Trip from Hicksville, OH to Columbus, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 26m

Distance

156.5 mi

252 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 15m ★
6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 51m
10 AM
3h 35m
12 PM
3h 33m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 50m
8 PM
3h 20m

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

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Downtown Hicksville, OH, OH

Hicksville, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

capital city of Ohio, United States of America

Columbus, OH

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Trip Overview

Hicksville, OH to Columbus, OH is 156.5 miles and takes about 3h 26m via US 33, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing Ohio for its entirety. It's a straightforward, single-day journey, ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from the northwest part of the state to the capital. The drive is primarily on main roads, making it easy to navigate and offering a consistent pace. Consider this route for a practical, no-fuss transfer between these two Ohio locations.

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

78.3 miles from Hicksville, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 33 45.6 mi 49m
Lincoln Highway 33.8 mi 36m
SR 117 16.9 mi 24m
Erie Street 15.6 mi 27m
Bellefontaine Road 9.9 mi 14m
Antwerp Drive 7.9 mi 13m
Jack Nicklaus Freeway 7.1 mi 8m
North West Street 6.2 mi 9m
Longest stretch: US 33 — 45.6 mi, about 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hicksville, OH and Columbus, OH.

1

Start on South Main Street

130 ft · 8 sec · South Main Street
2

Turn left onto SR 2; SR 49

0.3 mi · 30 sec · West High Street
3

Turn left onto SR 49

7.9 mi · 13 min · Antwerp Drive
4

Turn left onto SR 49

381 ft · 9 sec · Canal Street
5

Turn right onto SR 49

16 mi · 27 min · Erie Street
6

Turn left onto US 30; SR 49

34 mi · 36 min · Lincoln Highway
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward SR 115: Kalida, Lima
8

Turn right onto SR 115

5.7 mi · 8 min · North West Street
9

Turn left onto SR 65

475 ft · 10 sec · West Grand Avenue
10

Turn right onto SR 65

0.5 mi · 46 sec · North Elizabeth Street
11

Turn right onto SR 65

275 ft · 9 sec · West Wayne Street
12

Turn left onto SR 65

0.5 mi · 52 sec · North West Street
13

Turn left onto SR 65; SR 117; SR 309

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Elm Street
14

Enter roundabout onto SR 117; SR 309

18 ft · 0 sec · Bellefontaine Avenue
15

Continue on SR 117; SR 309

0.8 mi · 1 min · Bellefontaine Avenue
16

Turn straight onto SR 117; SR 309

0.4 mi · 54 sec · Harding Highway
17

Turn right onto SR 117

9.9 mi · 14 min · Bellefontaine Road
Use the right lane.
18

Continue on SR 117

17 mi · 24 min · SR 117
19

Continue on C-130

0.2 mi · 37 sec · County Road 130
20

Turn left onto C-37

0.1 mi · 18 sec · County Road 37
21

Turn right onto US 33

46 mi · 49 min · US 33
Use the straight lane.
22

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 108 Toward I 270 East, I 270 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight right at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 270 South Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24

Merge onto I 270

7.1 mi · 8 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 8 Toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Columbus, Dayton Use the slight right lane.
26

Keep slight left at fork

1.2 mi · 2 min
Toward I 70 East: Columbus Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Merge onto I 70

2.3 mi · 2 min · West Freeway
28

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670

3.6 mi · 4 min · I 670
Toward I 670 East: Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Exit 4A–B Toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street Use the slight right lane.
30

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Exit 4A Toward US 23 South: Third Street
31

Turn straight onto US 23

0.9 mi · 2 min · North Third Street
Use the straight lane.
32

Turn right onto East State Street

106 ft · 3 sec · East State Street
Use the right lane.
33

Turn right

88 ft · 6 sec
34

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 3h 26m duration, this is a comfortable same-day trip. Aim to depart Hicksville in the morning to allow ample time for the drive and arrival in Columbus before evening. The drive has one suggested stop, which is ample for a trip of this length, so you can be flexible with your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 45.6 miles on US 33, as services might be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $24 is a good budget indicator for this 156.5-mile 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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.3 miles from Hicksville, OH, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.6 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 34 miles or 53m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 78.3 miles or 1h 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 2h 50m

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 Hicksville, 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 Hicksville, OH

This is one driving day of about 156.5 miles and 3h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Hicksville, 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 US 33 for about 45.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Beaverdam, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beaverdam, OH

78 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

Van Wert, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ada, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 78.3 miles from Hicksville, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

4th & State

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 161.2

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16142245461

Visit website

Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

0.4 mi

Mi Ranchito

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Van Wert, Ohio

0.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 161.2

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

0.4 mi

Amanda Lee Coffee - Hicksville, OH

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hicksville, Ohio

1 mi

4th & State

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 161.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16142245461

Visit website

Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 161.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16148675008

Visit website

Mi Ranchito

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 34.5

Van Wert, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14192380123

Visit website

Hong Kong Buffet

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 34.5

Van Wert, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14192385888

Visit website

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 161.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16146213287

Visit website

133 Bistro

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 34.5

Van Wert, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+14192381580

Visit website

Finjani Yemeni Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.7

Hilliard, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+16142191054

Visit website

The Eagle | Short North

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 161.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 4–10 pm

+16147453397

Visit website

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 161.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 161.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Hard Pressed Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Hicksville, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+14194879940

Amanda Lee Coffee - Hicksville, OH

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hicksville, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+14197695434

Visit website

Vibe Coffeehouse & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.1

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+15672895394

Visit website

Our Town Roast

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.1

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–3:30 pm

+15677126029

Visit website

Brewed Expressions - Drive Thru

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 34.5

Van Wert, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+14196055528

Visit website

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 161.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Scioto Audubon Metro Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 161.2

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+16142025197

Visit website

Western Sizzlin

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 57.6

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+14193316644

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 27

5 decision points cluster between mile 139.7 and 155.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
139.7 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Take the exit toward I 270 East, I 270 South

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 108 Toward I 270 East, I 270 South
7
140 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 270 South
8
147.9 mi into trip | ~3h 13m in

Take the exit toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Columbus, Dayton

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 8 Toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Columbus, Dayton
7
148.2 mi into trip | ~3h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 East: Columbus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 70 East: Columbus
8
155.3 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in

Take the exit toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street

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 4A–B Toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.29 one way

$48.58 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $26.96 $53.91
premium $4.91 $30.25 $60.49
diesel $5.61 $34.55 $69.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 54.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 46.9 0 $16.43 $7.51
Efficient EV 39.1 0 $13.69 $6.26
EV Truck/SUV 62.6 0 $21.91 $10.02

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (67% 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 18, 2026

Origin

Hicksville, OH

Morning in Hicksville on Sunday

Local time

7:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Columbus, OH

Morning in Columbus on Sunday

Local time

7:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 9 to 15 mph 92% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 12:43PM EDT until April 22 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 12:43PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

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

28 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

3h 26m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive offers a mixed bag, with 48% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches of US 33, Lincoln Highway, and SR 117, providing a varied driving experience. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll navigate is 45.6 miles on US 33, allowing for a solid period of steady travel. Expect the road to transition from potentially more rural beginnings to a more developed corridor as you approach Columbus. This blend of highway and main road driving means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate loop, but you'll still maintain good momentum.

48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.6 mi on US 33.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 139.7 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 27 significant decision points across 156.5 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 139.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 147.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Hicksville, OH and Columbus, OH, road signs point toward Lima and Dayton.

Lima

57.7 mi in | ~1h 18m

Dayton

147.9 mi in | ~3h 13m

About the Cities

Arriving in Columbus, OH

Full guide →

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.

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 3h 26m. Total distance: 156.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 45.6 miles on US 33. 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 Columbus, 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 139.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 147.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Columbus, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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