Origin
Island Creek, OH
Morning in Island Creek on Sunday
Local time
10:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Island Creek, 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
2h 59m
Distance
148.3 mi
239 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 48m
★
6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Island Creek, OH
Tom Fisk
Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
This 148.3-mile drive from Island Creek to Columbus, Ohio, is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 64% of the journey on interstates, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this trip is quite budget-friendly. You'll spend most of your time on I-70, offering a straightforward path through the Midwest. This drive is ideal if you're looking for a direct and uncomplicated journey 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
74.2 miles from Island Creek, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 74.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| Cadiz Road | 21.6 mi | 24m |
| Cadiz-Piedmont Road | 16.8 mi | 22m |
| US 22 | 14.7 mi | 15m |
| Cadiz-Steubenville Road | 8.4 mi | 10m |
| SR 213 | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| John Glenn Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Highland Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 74.7 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Island Creek, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on Costonia Mt Tabor Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Costonia Mt Tabor Road
2
Continue on County Road 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 56
3
At end of road, turn right onto SR 213
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 213
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
5
Merge onto US 22
15 mi
·
15 min
·
US 22
6
Continue on US 22
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Cadiz-Steubenville Road
7
Continue on US 22
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Cadiz-Piedmont Road
8
Continue on US 22; SR 800
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Cadiz Road
9
Continue on US 22
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto US 22; US 40
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wheeling Avenue
11
Turn slight left onto US 22; US 40
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Dewey Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 22; US 40
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
John Glenn Highway
13
Turn left onto SR 723
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
SR 723
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
15
Merge onto I 70
75 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 101B
Toward Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on East Mound Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Mound Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Grant Avenue
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto East State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You'll want to depart Island Creek with plenty of fuel, as the longest stretch without a major exit is a considerable 74.7 miles on I-70. While only one official stop is noted, you can easily break up the drive with quick rest stops as needed. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic around Columbus, ensuring a smoother arrival. The estimated fuel cost of $23 makes this an affordable and convenient option for most travelers.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.2 miles from Island Creek, OH, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.7 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 33 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.2 miles or 1h 35m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Island Creek, 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 Island Creek, OH
This is one driving day of about 148.3 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Island Creek, 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 70 for about 74.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.2 miles from Island Creek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 147.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
SR 213
At end of road, turn right onto SR 213
Navigation decision point
5
72.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
I 70
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
146.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 101B
Toward Downtown
6
147.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
|
South Grant Avenue
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
147.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
|
East State Street
Turn left onto East State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.02 one way
$46.03 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $25.54 | $51.09 |
| premium | $4.91 | $28.66 | $57.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.74 | $65.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.9 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 | 44.5 | 0 | $15.57 | $7.12 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.98 | $5.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.3 | 0 | $20.76 | $9.49 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
Columbus, OH
Morning in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
10:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
West Chester, OH
74 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
17 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
2h 59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for much of this 148.3-mile journey, with 64% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 74.7 miles on I-70, which allows for steady progress. The road primarily consists of efficient highway driving, designed for covering ground quickly rather than leisurely sightseeing. While the majority is interstate, the initial and final segments might offer a slight change in pace as you transition to and from the main highway.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.7 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Cadiz Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near SR 213.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 59m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (SR 213): Navigation decision point; at 72.2 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 146.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 2h 59m. Total distance: 148.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.7 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (SR 213): Navigation decision point; at 72.2 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 146.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Columbus, OH before heading back.
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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