Trip from Middletown, OH to North Royalton, OH

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

Drive Time

4h 12m

Distance

220.3 mi

355 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 59m ★

6 AM

4h 12m

8 AM

4h 38m

10 AM

4h 21m

12 PM

4h 19m

3 PM

4h 23m

5 PM

4h 37m

8 PM

4h 4m

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

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city in Butler and Warren counties in southwestern Ohio, United States

Middletown, OH

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North Royalton, OH

Jason Nelson

Trip Overview

Middletown, OH to North Royalton, OH is 220.3 miles and takes about 4h 12m via I 71, I 70, and I 675, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Given its relatively short length and mostly highway profile, it's a straightforward drive well-suited for a single day. You'll spend most of your time on interstates, making for efficient travel between these two Ohio cities. Plan for a simple transit with minimal detours from the main interstate corridors.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

110.2 miles from Middletown, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	110.9 mi	2h
I 70	51.1 mi	55m
I 675	24.7 mi	28m
Ridge Road	8.6 mi	13m
I 75	5.6 mi	6m
I 670	4.3 mi	5m
North Verity Parkway	4.3 mi	6m
I 271	3.3 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 110.9 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, OH and North Royalton, OH.

Start on Clark Street

122 ft · 7 sec · Clark Street

Turn right onto Central Avenue

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Central Avenue

Turn right onto SR 4; SR 73

0.3 mi · 27 sec · North Clinton Street

Continue on SR 4; SR 73

4.3 mi · 6 min · North Verity Parkway

Use the left lane.

Continue on SR 73

1.0 mi · 1 min · Middletown Pike

Turn straight onto SR 73 Truck

0.7 mi · 1 min · Riley Boulevard

Turn right onto SR 123

1.2 mi · 2 min · East 6th Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn left

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 75 North: Dayton Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 75

5.6 mi · 6 min · I 75

Take the exit

1.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 43 Toward I 675 North: Columbus Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 675

16 mi · 18 min · I 675

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 675

9.0 mi · 10 min · I 675

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 26A Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus

Merge onto I 70; SR 4

1.9 mi · 1 min · I 70; SR 4

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

49 mi · 53 min · I 70

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670

4.3 mi · 5 min · I 670

Toward I 670 East: Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North Innerbelt

Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec

Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 71

111 mi · 2 hr · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 271

3.3 mi · 3 min · I 271

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Exit 3 Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto SR 94

8.6 mi · 13 min · Ridge Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto SR 82

0.5 mi · 52 sec · Royalton Road

Turn right onto SR 94

95 ft · 2 sec · State Road

Use the right lane.

Arrive at destination

SR 94

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour drive, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to arrive comfortably. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimate of $34, you can easily complete this trip in one day without needing an overnight stay. The 110.9-mile stretch on I 71 is the longest uninterrupted driving segment, so consider refueling before you begin this portion if you have less than half a tank. Since the route is predominantly highway, keep an eye on traffic patterns, especially as you get closer to the Cleveland metropolitan area.

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 110.2 miles from Middletown, OH, or about 2h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.9 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 48 miles or 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 110.2 miles or 2h 7m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Royalton, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Middletown, 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 Middletown, OH

This is one driving day of about 220.3 miles and 4h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Middletown, 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 110.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dublin, OH

110 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

Beavercreek, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dublin, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 110.2 miles from Middletown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.9 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

Five Guys

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Beavercreek, Ohio

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 31.5

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19374276590

Visit website

Mr. Shawarma & Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fairborn, Ohio

0.4 mi

Red Lobster

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Beavercreek, Ohio

0.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 94.4

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

1 mi

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

1.4 mi

Five Guys

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 31.5

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19374276590

Visit website

Mr. Shawarma & Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 31.5

Fairborn, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19374294959

Visit website

Red Lobster

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 31.5

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19374291800

Visit website

Tik's Thai Express LLC

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 31.5

Fairborn, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+19379125984

Visit website

The Chop House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 15.7

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19372911661

Visit website

MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 31.5

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19373202255

Visit website

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 31.5

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+19379560500

Visit website

The Eagle | Short North

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 94.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 4–10 pm

+16147453397

Visit website

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 94.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 94.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+16142025197

Visit website

Millstone Creek Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 110.2

Westerville, Ohio

+16149016500

Visit website

Level Up Pinball Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 31.5

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 1–9 pm

+19379129741

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 7.7 and 210.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7.7 mi into trip | ~12m in

Turn left toward I 75 North: Dayton

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 75 North: Dayton

13.6 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 675 North: Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 43 Toward I 675 North: Columbus

91.5 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | I 670

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 670 East: Airport

95.8 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | North Innerbelt

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

210.9 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in

Take the exit toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton

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 3 Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.19 one way

$68.38 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$37.95	$75.89
premium	$4.91	$42.58	$85.15
diesel	$5.61	$48.64	$97.28

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 77.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	66.1	0	$23.13	$10.57
Efficient EV	55.1	0	$19.28	$8.81
EV Truck/SUV	88.1	1	$30.84	$14.10

Gas CO2

77 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Middletown, OH

Morning in Middletown on Sunday

Local time

10:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Royalton, OH

Morning in North Royalton on Sunday

Local time

10:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Dublin, OH

110 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

7 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

4h 12m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is 93% highway, meaning you'll be on major interstates for almost the entire 220.3-mile trip. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 110.9 miles on I 71. Surface roads will only come into play for the final few miles of your trip. Expect a steady cruising experience with frequent exits as you approach your destination, typical for a route of this nature.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 110.9 mi on I 71.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 20 significant decision points across 220.3 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 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.5 miles (I 670): 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 Middletown, OH to North Royalton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.

Cleveland

95.8 mi in | ~1h 51m | via North Innerbelt

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 220.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 110.9 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 30 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 North Royalton, 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. There are 30 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at North Royalton, 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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Trip from Middletown, OH to North Royalton, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Five Guys

Bottoms Up Coffee

Five Guys

Mr. Shawarma & Grill

Red Lobster

Tik's Thai Express LLC

The Chop House

MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

The Eagle | Short North

Bottoms Up Coffee

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

Moonbird Coffee Co.

Java Central Café and Roaster

Pettibone Coffee

Straight Shot Coffee Co.

Rest Area

Lee M. Rizor Memorial Highway Rest Area

Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

TA

Pilot Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

Lee M. Rizor Memorial Highway Rest Area

Service Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

Pilot Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Flying J Travel Center

South Vienna Rest Area

South Vienna Rest Area

Love's Travel Stop

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Rest Area

Rest Area

Service Plaza

Pilot Travel Center

TA

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Hot Refuel Area

Rest Area

Scioto Audubon Metro Park

Millstone Creek Park

Level Up Pinball Bar

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Middletown, OH

North Royalton, OH

Same local time

7 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 12m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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