Origin
Middletown, OH
Late night in Middletown on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, OH to Springfield, 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 4m
Distance
51.5 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middletown, OH
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Springfield, OH
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Trip Overview
Middletown, OH to Springfield, OH is 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 4m via I 675 and I 75, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, traveling through the Midwest region. You'll primarily be on interstate highways, making for a straightforward and efficient journey. Given the short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion, allowing you to arrive with plenty of time for activities at your destination. It's a practical choice for connecting these two Ohio cities without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 675 | 24.7 mi | 28m |
| SR 4 | 6.3 mi | 6m |
| I 75 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| North Verity Parkway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| I 70 | 1.9 mi | 1m |
| West Columbia Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| East 6th Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Middletown Pike | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 675
— 24.7 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, OH and Springfield, OH.
1
Start on Clark Street
122 ft
·
7 sec
·
Clark Street
2
Turn right onto Central Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Central Avenue
3
Turn right onto SR 4; SR 73
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Clinton Street
4
Continue on SR 4; SR 73
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North Verity Parkway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on SR 73
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Middletown Pike
6
Turn straight onto SR 73 Truck
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Riley Boulevard
7
Turn right onto SR 123
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East 6th Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 75
10
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 675
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 675
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 675
13
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 26A
Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
14
Merge onto I 70; SR 4
1.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70; SR 4
15
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 4
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 4
16
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Main Street
17
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Park Road
18
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West North Street
19
Continue on US 40; SR 4
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Columbia Street
20
Turn right onto North Fountain Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Fountain Avenue
21
Turn left onto East High Street
476 ft
·
22 sec
·
East High Street
22
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
364 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Limestone Street
23
Arrive at destination
South Limestone Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from Middletown, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 39.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street
Turn right onto SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street
Navigation decision point
5
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
SR 123 / East 6th Street
Turn right onto SR 123 / East 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
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
7
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
6
39.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 26A
Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.99 one way
$15.99 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.87 | $17.74 |
| premium | $4.91 | $9.95 | $19.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Springfield, OH
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 14 mph
95% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
21 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 4m 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 is heavily focused on highway travel, with 83% of the route on interstates like I 675 and I 75. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.7 miles on I 675, offering a consistent pace. The character of the drive is predominantly that of a highway-focused journey, meaning you can expect relatively smooth sailing and straightforward navigation for most of the trip. While largely interstate, there are brief transitions to other roads like SR 4, providing minor variations in the driving experience.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.7 mi on I 675.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 675 and SR 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.5 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.2 miles (SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (SR 123 / East 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 51.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.7 miles on I 675. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Springfield, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 0.2 miles (SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (SR 123 / East 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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