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Trip from Mantua, 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

1h 39m

Distance

79.6 mi

128 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m

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

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village in Portage County, Ohio, United States

Mantua, OH

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capital city of Ohio, United States of America

Columbus, OH

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Trip Overview

This 79.6-mile drive from Mantua, OH to Columbus, OH is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes. With a projected fuel cost of around $12, it's an economical journey. The route predominantly uses I-70, making it a highway-focused experience through the Midwest. Given its relatively short duration and the focus on major roadways, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for a quick transition between Ohio locations. You'll be covering 79.6 miles with a significant portion on the interstate.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

39.8 miles from Mantua, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 63 mi 1h 9m
East Pike 4.8 mi 6m
Friendship Drive 4.7 mi 8m
Bloomfield Road 2.2 mi 3m
Cambridge Road 1.6 mi 2m
Boden Road 1 mi 1m
Mantua Road 0.4 mi 1m
East State Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 63 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Mantua Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Mantua Road
2

Turn straight onto SR 662

1.0 mi · 1 min · Boden Road
3

Turn right onto SR 209

2.2 mi · 3 min · Bloomfield Road
4

Continue on SR 209

1.6 mi · 2 min · Cambridge Road
5

At end of road, turn left onto SR 83

4.7 mi · 8 min · Friendship Drive
6

Turn right onto US 22; US 40

0.2 mi · 17 sec · West Main Street
7

Continue on US 22; US 40

4.8 mi · 6 min · East Pike
8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
9

Merge onto I 70

63 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 25 sec
Exit 101B Toward Downtown Use the slight right lane.
11

Continue on East Mound Street

0.3 mi · 56 sec · East Mound Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12

Turn right onto South Grant Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Grant Avenue
Use the right lane.
13

Turn left onto East State Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East State Street
Use the straight lane.
14

Turn right

88 ft · 6 sec
15

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this efficient 1 hour and 39-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning is ideal to avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you approach Columbus. With only 79.6 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $12, you won't need extensive planning for fuel stops. The longest stretch on I-70 is 63 miles, so consider a brief stop before embarking on that segment if you prefer. Since the drive is short, you have flexibility; however, be mindful of the transition from more rural areas to the outskirts of the city as you get closer to Columbus.

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 39.8 miles from Mantua, OH, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63 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 18 miles or 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 39.8 miles or 53m 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 24m

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 Mantua, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Mantua, OH

This is one driving day of about 79.6 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Mantua, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 63 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Hopewell, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hopewell, OH

40 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.

Popular next leg

Hopewell, OH to Columbus, OH

46.6 mi · 56m

Pacing Suggestions

North Zanesville, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Buckeye Lake, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.8 miles from Mantua, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63 miles.

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 79.6

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16142245461

Visit website

Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

0.4 mi

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Columbus, Ohio

0.7 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 79.6

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

0.4 mi

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

2.6 mi

4th & State

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 79.6

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 79.6

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16148675008

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 79.6

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16146213287

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 79.6

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 4–10 pm

+16147453397

Visit website

Darshan | Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 68.2

Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16147623797

Visit website

Buckeye Food Stop

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 79.6

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

King Gyros Greek Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.9

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+16148669008

Visit website

Varsity Club Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 79.6

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16142996269

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 79.6

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 79.6

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.6

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 79.6

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+16142025197

Visit website

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 1.5 and 79.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | SR 209 / Bloomfield Road

Turn right onto SR 209 / Bloomfield Road

Navigation decision point

5
15.3 mi into trip | ~26m in | I 70

Merge onto I 70

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
78.3 mi into trip | ~1h 35m 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
78.8 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in | South Grant Avenue

Turn right onto South Grant Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
79.2 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | East State Street

Turn left onto East State Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.35 one way

$24.71 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $13.71 $27.42
premium $4.91 $15.38 $30.77
diesel $5.61 $17.57 $35.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.9 0 $8.36 $3.82
Efficient EV 19.9 0 $6.96 $3.18
EV Truck/SUV 31.8 0 $11.14 $5.09

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 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 15, 2026

Origin

Mantua, OH

Morning in Mantua on Sunday

Local time

9:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Columbus, OH

Morning in Columbus on Sunday

Local time

9:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

1h 39m 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 drive for 79.6 miles, with 79% of the journey on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 63 miles on I-70. This means you'll experience a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. While primarily interstate, the route incorporates local roads like East Pike and Friendship Drive, offering slight variations in scenery and speed before rejoining the main highway. The general feel is one of efficient travel on well-maintained roads.

79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and East Pike. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near SR 209 / Bloomfield Road.

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 1h 39m 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 1.5 miles (SR 209 / Bloomfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78.3 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 1h 39m. Total distance: 79.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 63 miles on I 70. 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 1.5 miles (SR 209 / Bloomfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78.3 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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