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Trip from Mulberry, OH to Colerain, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 21m
Distance
213.9 mi
344 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 8m
★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 48m
10 AM
4h 31m
12 PM
4h 28m
3 PM
4h 32m
5 PM
4h 47m
8 PM
4h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mulberry, OH
Chris F
Colerain, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
Mulberry, OH to Colerain, OH is 213.9 miles and takes about 4h 21m via East Freeway and I 71, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest road trip stays within Ohio, offering a straightforward journey. With 95% of the drive on highways, expect a focused travel experience rather than a leisurely exploration. The estimated fuel cost of $33 makes this a budget-friendly option for a single day's travel. This route is best suited for those prioritizing efficiency and covering ground quickly.
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
106.9 miles from Mulberry, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Freeway | 105.8 mi | 1h 54m |
| I 71 | 54.8 mi | 59m |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 11.2 mi | 12m |
| US 22 | 10 mi | 14m |
| SR 132 | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| State Route 28 | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Barton Road | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| SR 380 | 3.5 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
East Freeway
— 105.8 mi, about 1h 54m
Traffic on I-70
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 66 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,619 veh/hr typical · worst 1,943
Quietest
2 AM
~203 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mulberry, OH and Colerain, OH.
1
Start on this road
56 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
64 ft
·
5 sec
3
Turn right onto SR 28 Business
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Business 28
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Turn left onto SR 28
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 28
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto SR 132
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 132
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 123
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 123
7
Turn right onto US 22; SR 3
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
US 22; SR 3
8
Turn left onto SR 380
3.5 mi
·
6 min
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SR 380
9
Turn left onto SR 73
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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State Route 73
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
11
Merge onto I 71
55 mi
·
59 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto I 71
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
South Freeway
Exit 100
Toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Freeway
Toward I 270
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 270 East
15
Merge onto I 270
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 70 West, US 40, I 70 East: Columbus, Main Street, Wheeling
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 43B
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 70
106 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
East Freeway
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 215
Toward US 40: National Road
20
Turn left onto US 40
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
National Road West
21
Continue on US 40
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
22
Turn left onto Barton Road
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Barton Road
23
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
24
Turn left onto Barton Road
381 ft
·
11 sec
·
Barton Road
25
At end of road, turn right onto Barton Crescent Road
177 ft
·
4 sec
·
Barton Crescent Road
26
Continue on Barton Colerain Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Barton Colerain Road
27
At end of road, turn right onto US 250
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Colerain Road
28
Arrive at destination
US 250
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 21m duration, starting your drive from Mulberry, OH in the morning will comfortably allow you to reach Colerain, OH within the same day. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. The $33 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to check your fuel gauge before departing, especially considering the longest stretch without a break is over 100 miles. Plan your fuel stops strategically, perhaps before embarking on that extended highway segment.
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 106.9 miles from Mulberry, OH, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.8 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 47 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.9 miles or 2h 16m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colerain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mulberry, 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 Mulberry, OH
This is one driving day of about 213.9 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Mulberry, 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 East Freeway for about 105.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 106.9 miles from Mulberry, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before East Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Dupre Roadside Park
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.4 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.8 mi from route
National Museum of Cambridge Glass
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Cambridge, Ohio
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+17404324245
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 235 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 98.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 28 Business / Business 28
Turn right onto SR 28 Business / Business 28
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
29.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 North: Columbus
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
8
84.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
I 71 / South Freeway
Take the exit onto I 71 / South Freeway toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 100
Toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City
7
98 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West, US 40, I 70 East: Columbus, Main Street, Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 West, US 40, I 70 East: Columbus, M...
8
98.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 43B
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.87 one way
$65.74 round trip
$3.90/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $37.07 | $74.14 |
| premium | $4.99 | $42.00 | $83.99 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $40.39 | $80.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.2 | 0 | $22.46 | $10.27 |
| Efficient EV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.72 | $8.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.6 | 1 | $29.95 | $13.69 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Origin
Mulberry, OH
Night in Mulberry on Monday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
NW 3 to 10 mph
70% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:43PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 6:42PM EDT until July 18 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Destination
Colerain, OH
Night in Colerain on Monday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 6 to 13 mph
77% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:43PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 6:42PM EDT until July 18 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 21m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 36.9
View on nps.gov
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 29.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roadways like the East Freeway and I 71. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 105.8 miles on the East Freeway, indicating long periods of consistent travel. The character of the drive is largely dictated by its interstate nature, suggesting smooth, high-speed transit. While the specific terrain isn't detailed, the highway profile implies a focus on directness over scenic detours.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105.8 mi on East Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East Freeway and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 28 Business / Business 28.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 23 significant decision points across 213.9 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: near the start (SR 28 Business / Business 28): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 84.9 miles (I 71 / South Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,267 ft
744 ft
Total Climb
1,094 ft
Total Descent
673 ft
Highest Point
1,267 ft
~213.9 mi in
Elevation Range
524 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mulberry, OH and Colerain, OH, road signs point toward Grove City and Wheeling.
Grove City
84.9 mi in
|
~1h 49m
|
via I 71
Wheeling
98 mi in
|
~2h 6m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Starbucks
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Milford, OH
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Starbucks
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Groveport, OH
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteThe Coffee Cup
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Zanesville, OH
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Tu-Fr 06:00-14:00, Sa 07:00-14:00, Su-Mo...
Chapman's Coffee House
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Zanesville, OH
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-14:00, Sa 08:00-14:00, Su of...
Visit websitePlay Grounds Coffee & Play Cafe
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Zanesville, OH
Hours: Mo 09:30-16:00, Tu 10:00-18:00, We-Fr 09...
Visit websiteThe Human Bean
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hot Head Burritos
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Milford, OH
Cuisine: mexican
A&W
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Zanesville, OH
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-21:00
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Zanesville, OH
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo 06:00-22:00, Tu 06:00-17:00, We-Fr 06...
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Columbus, OH
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 08:00-22:00
Visit websiteNo. 1 Kitchen
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Milford, OH
Pizza Hut
Restaurant
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Groveport, OH
Cuisine: pizza
Visit websiteHebron Village Center
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Hebron, OH
Camp Lower Craig
Camp_site
Near the start, short detour
1.9 mi from route
~5 min detour
Camp Upper Craig
Camp_site
Near the start, short detour
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Cub Scout Adventure World
Camp_site
Near the start, short detour
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Noe-Bixby Park
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Catalpa Park
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Concord Hicksite Friends Meeting House
Monument
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Josiah Fox
Monument
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Cambridge Glass Museum
Museum
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.4 mi from route
~4 min detour
Cambridge, OH
Visit websiteVeterans Memorial Bench
Memorial
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
The Dr. Increase Mathews House
Museum
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
Zanesville, OH
Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00
Visit websiteGuernsey County Historical Museum
Museum
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
Cambridge, OH
Visit websiteCamp Lower Craig
Camp_site
Near the start, short detour
1.9 mi from route
~5 min detour
Camp Upper Craig
Camp_site
Near the start, short detour
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Cub Scout Adventure World
Camp_site
Near the start, short detour
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
AmeriVu Inn & Suites
Motel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Studio 6
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Camp Friedlander
Camp_site
Near the start, short detour
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Mulberry, OH
Full guide →Milford is a small city and Miami Township is a large township often referred to as Milford, despite being an independent township, both communities are located in Southwest Ohio's Clermont County.
Arriving in Colerain, OH
Full guide →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 4h 21m. Total distance: 213.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105.8 miles on East Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 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 Colerain, 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 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 28 Business / Business 28): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 84.9 miles (I 71 / South Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Colerain, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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