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Trip from Middleton, OH to Colerain, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 39m

Distance

70.6 mi

114 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

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.

Downtown Middleton, OH, OH

Middleton, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Downtown Colerain, OH, OH

Colerain, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Trip Overview

Middleton, OH to Colerain, OH is 70.6 miles and takes about 1h 39m via SR 7, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within the Midwest and the state of Ohio, offering a straightforward drive. You'll primarily follow SR 7, with some segments on Dean Martin Boulevard and Sunset Heights Road. Given its manageable length and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace without the need for an overnight stay. Plan for a budget of approximately $11 for fuel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

35.3 miles from Middleton, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 7 40.2 mi 55m
Dean Martin Boulevard 22.9 mi 32m
Sunset Heights Road 3.2 mi 4m
Colerain Road 2.1 mi 3m
North 4th Street 1.1 mi 2m
Cadiz Pike 0.7 mi 1m
South Court Street <0.1 mi <1m
Slack Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: SR 7 — 40.2 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Middleton, OH and Colerain, OH.

1

Start on CR 421

129 ft · 4 sec · Middleton Road
2

At end of road, turn right onto SR 7

12 mi · 17 min · SR 7
3

Take the ramp onto SR 7

5.5 mi · 6 min · SR 7
4

Take the exit onto SR 7

22 mi · 30 min · SR 7
5

Take the exit onto SR 7

1.1 mi · 1 min · SR 7
6

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 7

0.7 mi · 1 min · Dean Martin Boulevard
Exit 244A
7

Take the exit

364 ft · 12 sec
8

Continue on North 4th Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · North 4th Street
9

Turn left onto Slack Street

226 ft · 6 sec · Slack Street
10

Turn right onto South Court Street

235 ft · 6 sec · South Court Street
11

Turn right onto SR 7

22 mi · 30 min · Dean Martin Boulevard
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
13

Turn right onto US 250

0.7 mi · 1 min · Cadiz Pike
14

Continue on US 250

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Sunset Heights Road
15

Continue on US 250

2.8 mi · 4 min · Sunset Heights Road
16

Continue on US 250

2.1 mi · 3 min · Colerain Road
17

Arrive at destination

US 250

Trip Plan

For this relatively short trip of just under two hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour traffic and to allow for a relaxed start. With only 70.6 miles, you likely won't need extensive breaks, but a quick stop for refreshments is always an option. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 40.2-mile stretch on SR 7, to ensure you have enough to reach Colerain comfortably. Budgeting around $11 for fuel should cover the trip adequately.

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 35.3 miles from Middleton, OH, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.2 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 16 miles or 21m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 35.3 miles or 48m 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 Colerain, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Middleton, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Middleton, OH

This is one driving day of about 70.6 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Middleton, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 7 for about 40.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in and county seat of Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Steubenville, OH

35 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

East Liverpool, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Toronto, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.3 miles from Middleton, 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 64.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 7

At end of road, turn right onto SR 7

Navigation decision point

5
40.2 mi into trip | ~55m in | SR 7 / Dean Martin Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 7 / Dean Martin Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 244A
4
42.1 mi into trip | ~59m in | Slack Street

Turn left onto Slack Street

Navigation decision point

5
42.2 mi into trip | ~59m in | South Court Street

Turn right onto South Court Street

Navigation decision point

5
64.4 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Take the exit toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgepor...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.96 one way

$21.91 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $12.16 $24.32
premium $4.91 $13.64 $27.29
diesel $5.61 $15.59 $31.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 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 21.2 0 $7.41 $3.39
Efficient EV 17.7 0 $6.18 $2.82
EV Truck/SUV 28.2 0 $9.88 $4.52

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 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

Middleton, OH

Late night in Middleton on Sunday

Local time

12:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Colerain, OH

Late night in Colerain on Sunday

Local time

12:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°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

4 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?

This drive offers a mixed experience, with 57% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 40.2 miles on SR 7, which should provide a consistent driving rhythm. The route incorporates other roads like Dean Martin Boulevard and Sunset Heights Road, suggesting a transition from more major thoroughfares to potentially more localized or scenic paths as you approach your destination. Expect varied driving conditions that keep things interesting without being overly demanding.

57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.2 mi on SR 7.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 7.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 7): Navigation decision point; at 40.2 miles (SR 7 / Dean Martin Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 42.1 miles (Slack Street): Navigation decision point.

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 Middleton, OH to Colerain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Bridgeport along the way.

Bridgeport

64.4 mi in | ~1h 30m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 70.6 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 (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 40.2 miles on SR 7. 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: near the start (SR 7): Navigation decision point; at 40.2 miles (SR 7 / Dean Martin Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 42.1 miles (Slack Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Colerain, 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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