Origin
Newtown, OH
Late night in Newtown on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newtown, OH to Columbus, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
105.7 mi
170 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 34m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 33m
8 PM
2h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newtown, OH
Dua'a Al-Amad
Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
This 105.7-mile drive from Newtown to Columbus, Ohio, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 15 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, it's an affordable option for exploring between the Midwest regions of Ohio. The route primarily utilizes I-71, offering a consistent pace for most of the trip. This makes it a practical choice for a quick visit or transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.8 miles from Newtown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 69.3 mi | 1h 15m |
| Northeast Expressway | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| SR 350 | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Middleboro Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Wooster Pike | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Madison Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Plainville Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Church Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 69.3 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newtown, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on SR 32
60 ft
·
9 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Church Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on Newtown Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Newtown Road
4
Turn left onto US 50
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Wooster Pike
Use the left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Plainville Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Plainville Road
6
Turn left onto Madison Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto Medpace Way
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Medpace Way
Use the right lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
9
Merge onto Red Bank Expressway
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Red Bank Expressway
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 71
22 mi
·
26 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto SR 123
515 ft
·
12 sec
·
SR 123
14
Turn left onto SR 350
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 350
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto C-45
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Middleboro Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto SR 350 Truck; C-7
336 ft
·
10 sec
·
Wilmington Road
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
18
Merge onto I 71
69 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto I 71
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 71
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Use the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 70; I 71
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Innerbelt
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
22
Turn left onto South Front Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Turn right onto West State Street
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
West State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on East State Street
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
East State Street
25
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour, 15-minute duration, leaving Newtown in the morning allows you to reach Columbus with ample time for your day's activities. Since this is a 1-day trip with no designated stops in the data, consider fueling up before you depart to minimize any potential delays. The longest stretch on I-71 means you can comfortably cover a significant distance without needing to exit frequently. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the Columbus area, as congestion can sometimes impact travel times on I-71.
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 52.8 miles from Newtown, OH, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.3 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 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.8 miles or 1h 14m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Newtown, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Newtown, OH
This is one driving day of about 105.7 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Newtown, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 69.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.8 miles from Newtown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.3 miles.
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 235 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 103.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Church Street
Turn right onto Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
3.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
Madison Road
Turn left onto Madison Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
5.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 71 North: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
8
28 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
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 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
7
103.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
|
I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 North, I 70 East: 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.
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeli...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.40 one way
$32.81 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $18.21 | $36.41 |
| premium | $4.91 | $20.43 | $40.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.34 | $46.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.07 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.80 | $6.76 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Columbus, OH
Late night in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Franklin, OH
53 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
2h 15m 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.
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 51
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
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 43.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-centric experience, with 91% of the drive on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 69.3 miles on I-71, so you'll have plenty of time to settle in. The Northeast Expressway and SR 350 offer brief transitions before merging onto the main interstate. This profile suggests a drive that is largely about efficient travel, with minimal detours off the main thoroughfares. You'll likely experience a consistent driving environment for the majority of the trip.
91% 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: 69.3 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Northeast Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Church Street.
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 23 significant decision points across 105.7 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 (Church Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (Madison Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 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.
On the drive from Newtown, OH to Columbus, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
28 mi in
|
~40m
About the Cities
Arriving in Columbus, OH
Full guide →Columbus is the capital of the American state of Ohio and is located centrally within the state as the core of the Greater Columbus area. Sited in an area where the Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Farm Belt meet, Columbus is a fusion of many different parts of America. It is the home of the Ohio State University. The combination of Ohio Government and the Ohio State University has fueled amazing growth both financially and physically in Columbus. It has created a business and research environment that has provided substantial employment opportunities to the diverse ethnic and local graduates of the Ohio State University, and other academic institutions in Columbus. The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC), is projected to be one of the top 50 supercomputers in the world and among the top 10 supercomputing academic centers.
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 2h 15m. Total distance: 105.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.3 miles on I 71. 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 Columbus, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Church Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (Madison Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Columbus, 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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