Origin
New Albany, OH
Afternoon in New Albany on Sunday
Local time
2:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Albany, OH to Dublin, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
19.4 mi
31 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Albany, OH
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Dublin, OH
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Trip Overview
Connecting New Albany and Dublin, this quick 19.4-mile trip is an efficient way to navigate across the region. You can easily complete the journey in about 25 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Given the short distance, an overnight stay is unnecessary, allowing you to focus your time on your destination. Budgeting for fuel is straightforward here, as you can expect to spend roughly $3 for the entire trip. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, you will experience a familiar, consistent driving environment from start to finish. This route is ideal for those who prefer a swift, no-fuss transit between two active Ohio communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 10 mi | 11m |
| New Albany Bypass | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| West Dublin Granville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dublin Center Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Johnstown Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Bridge Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Sawmill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
— 10 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Albany, OH and Dublin, OH.
1
Start on South High Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South High Street
2
Turn right onto US 62
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Johnstown Road
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto SR 161
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
New Albany Bypass
6
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40
Toward I 270: Cleveland, Wheeling
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 270 North
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 270
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 20
Toward Sawmill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Sawmill Road South
Use the left / right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto CR 70
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Sawmill Road
12
Turn right onto Dublin Center Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dublin Center Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto SR 161
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Dublin Granville Road
Use the right lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto US 33; SR 161
215 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Bridge Street
15
Continue on US 33; SR 161
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Bridge Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn left onto South High Street
170 ft
·
7 sec
·
South High Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right
109 ft
·
9 sec
18
Turn right
48 ft
·
3 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 17.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
5.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 270: Cleveland, Wheeling
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 40
Toward I 270: Cleveland, Wheeling
7
6.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 270 North
7
17.2 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Sawmill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20
Toward Sawmill Road
8
17.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Sawmill Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward Sawmill Road South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.01 one way
$6.02 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $3.34 | $6.68 |
| premium | $4.91 | $3.75 | $7.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Dublin, OH
Afternoon in Dublin on Sunday
Local time
2:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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
25m 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 mixed driving experience that transitions between high-speed infrastructure and local transit. You will spend about 52% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Jack Nicklaus Freeway and the New Albany Bypass. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during a 10-mile segment on the Jack Nicklaus Freeway, which offers a steady pace before you eventually transition onto West Dublin Granville Road. This combination creates a balanced feel, moving you from major thoroughfares into more localized traffic patterns. Navigating this path feels practical and functional, providing a clear trajectory that shifts from suburban highway connectivity to the local streets of Dublin.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10 mi on Jack Nicklaus Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 19.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.7 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Albany, OH and Dublin, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Sawmill Road South.
Wheeling
5.7 mi in
|
~7m
Sawmill Road South
17.4 mi in
|
~21m
About the Cities
Starting in New Albany, OH
Full guide →New Albany is a city in Southern Indiana along the Ohio River, directly across from Louisville, Kentucky. It serves as the county seat of Floyd County and has a population of around 38,000. Part of the Louisville metropolitan area, New Albany offers a more relaxed, small-town vibe compared to its larger neighbor across the river, with a revitalized historic downtown known for its architecture, local dining, shops, and cultural spots. New Albany was founded in 1813 and grew as a river port and manufacturing center in the 19th century. Today, it features a walkable downtown with Victorian-era buildings, independent restaurants and breweries, and events like the large Harvest Homecoming festival in early-to-mid October.
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 25m. Total distance: 19.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10 miles on Jack Nicklaus Freeway. 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 Dublin, 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 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dublin, 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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