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Trip from Oregon, OH to Springfield, OH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 58m

Distance

128.3 mi

207 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 47m ★
6 AM
2h 59m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m

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

Downtown Oregon, OH, OH

Oregon, OH

Brian Hackworth

county seat of Clark County, Ohio, United States

Springfield, OH

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Trip Overview

Oregon, OH to Springfield, OH is 128.3 miles and takes about 2h 58m via US 68 and I-75, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, primarily within Ohio, making it a straightforward trip. Given its relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, it’s well-suited for a single-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, so expect a consistent pace. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B within the state.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

64.2 miles from Oregon, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 68 66.9 mi 1h 41m
I 75 42.3 mi 46m
US Route 68 8.1 mi 10m
North Limestone Street 2.5 mi 4m
Navarre Avenue 2 mi 3m
Miami Street 1 mi 2m
South Main Street 1 mi 1m
Urbana Road 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 68 — 66.9 mi, about 1h 41m

Traffic on I-75

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 44 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~2,554 veh/hr typical · worst 3,223

Quietest

2 AM

~269 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

9.5×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 103 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 Oregon, OH and Springfield, OH.

1

Start on South Wheeling Street

0.5 mi · 54 sec · South Wheeling Street
2

Turn right onto SR 2

2.0 mi · 3 min · Navarre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3

Turn left onto SR 65

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Oak Street
4

Turn right onto SR 65

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Fassett Street
5

At end of road, turn left onto SR 65

1.0 mi · 2 min · Miami Street
6

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
7

Merge onto I 75

6.7 mi · 7 min · I 75
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

36 mi · 38 min · I 75
Toward I 75 South: Dayton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 68; SR 15
Exit 156 Toward US 68, SR 15
10

Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15

2.8 mi · 3 min · US 68; SR 15
Exit 156 Toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
11

Take the exit onto US 68

0.3 mi · 46 sec · US 68
Toward US 68 South: Kenton
12

Turn left onto US 68

221 ft · 5 sec · US 68
13

Turn slight right onto US 68

63 mi · 1 hr 36 min · US 68
14

Enter roundabout onto US 68

93 ft · 2 sec · South Main Street
15

Continue on US 68

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
16

Continue on US 68

8.1 mi · 10 min · US Route 68
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
18

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 12 Toward SR 334 East: River Road Use the right lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork

379 ft · 9 sec
20

Continue on SR 334

0.3 mi · 22 sec · SR 334
21

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
22

Turn straight onto SR 72

0.9 mi · 1 min · Urbana Road
23

Continue on SR 72

403 ft · 6 sec · North Limestone Street
24

Continue on SR 72

0.3 mi · 29 sec · State Route 72
25

Continue on SR 72

2.1 mi · 3 min · North Limestone Street
26

Continue on North Limestone Street

0.3 mi · 40 sec · North Limestone Street
27

Turn right onto US 40; SR 4; SR 41

481 ft · 15 sec · East North Street
28

Turn left onto North Fountain Avenue

0.3 mi · 45 sec · North Fountain Avenue
29

Turn left onto East High Street

476 ft · 22 sec · East High Street
30

Turn left onto South Limestone Street

364 ft · 7 sec · South Limestone Street
31

Arrive at destination

South Limestone Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2h 58m estimated drive time, leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Springfield, OH, before evening. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $20, this trip is budget-friendly and doesn't require extensive planning for overnight stays. The longest continuous stretch is 66.9 miles on US 68, so plan your fuel and restroom breaks accordingly before embarking on that segment. Since it's a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, aim to depart from Oregon, OH, by mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour congestion.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.2 miles from Oregon, OH, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.9 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 28 miles or 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 64.2 miles or 1h 20m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 23m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Oregon, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

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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 Oregon, OH

This is one driving day of about 128.3 miles and 2h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Oregon, 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 US 68 for about 66.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Northwood, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Northwood, OH

64 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

Bradner, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Arlington, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 64.2 miles from Oregon, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 68 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.9 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 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 123.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.5 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 2 / Navarre Avenue

Turn right onto SR 2 / Navarre Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
11.2 mi into trip | ~16m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Dayton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 75 South: Dayton
6
46.8 mi into trip | ~54m in | US 68; SR 15

Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15 toward US 68, SR 15

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 156 Toward US 68, SR 15
7
47.4 mi into trip | ~56m in | US 68; SR 15

Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15 toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 156 Toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
9
123.1 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Keep slight right at fork toward SR 334 East: River Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 12 Toward SR 334 East: River Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.70 one way

$39.41 round trip

$3.90/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $22.23 $44.45
premium $4.98 $25.16 $50.33
diesel $5.60 $28.28 $56.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.5 0 $13.47 $6.16
Efficient EV 32.1 0 $11.23 $5.13
EV Truck/SUV 51.3 0 $17.96 $8.21

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Sep 2, 2026

Origin

Oregon, OH

Morning in Oregon on Friday

Local time

7:22 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springfield, OH

Morning in Springfield on Friday

Local time

7:22 AM

EDT

Current temp

89°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

83°F

Northwood, OH

64 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

24 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 58m 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?

This route is predominantly highway, with 92% of the drive on major roads. You'll encounter a long stretch of 66.9 miles on US 68, which is likely where you'll experience the most continuous cruising. The transition from highway to surface roads will occur as you approach your destination, but the bulk of your travel will be on high-speed routes. Expect a high number of exits and merges as you navigate through populated areas.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.9 mi on US 68.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 68 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near SR 2 / Navarre Avenue.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 128.3 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 0.5 miles (SR 2 / Navarre Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.8 miles (US 68; SR 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Oregon, OH to Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.

Columbus

47.4 mi in | ~56m | via US 68; SR 15

About the Cities

Starting in Oregon, OH

Full guide →

Oregon is a city in Ohio Erie shore west.

Arriving in Springfield, OH

Full guide →

Founded 1801

Springfield is a city in Clark County, Ohio.

Top landmarks

  • Westcott House — historic house in Ohio, United States
  • Madonna of the Trail — series of 12 monuments dedicated to the spirit of pioneer women in the United St...
  • Arcade Hotel — listed on the NRHP

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 58m. Total distance: 128.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 66.9 miles on US 68. 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.

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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (SR 2 / Navarre Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.8 miles (US 68; SR 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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