Origin
Oregon, OH
Morning in Oregon on Friday
Local time
7:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
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
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oregon, OH
Brian Hackworth
Springfield, OH
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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 .
| 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 |
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
Averaged across 103 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Oregon, OH and Springfield, OH.
Start on South Wheeling Street
Turn right onto SR 2
Turn left onto SR 65
Turn right onto SR 65
At end of road, turn left onto SR 65
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15
Take the exit onto US 68
Turn left onto US 68
Turn slight right onto US 68
Enter roundabout onto US 68
Continue on US 68
Continue on US 68
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on SR 334
Take the exit
Turn straight onto SR 72
Continue on SR 72
Continue on SR 72
Continue on SR 72
Continue on North Limestone Street
Turn right onto US 40; SR 4; SR 41
Turn left onto North Fountain Avenue
Turn left onto East High Street
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
Open the route before leaving Oregon, 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 Oregon, OH
This is one driving day of about 128.3 miles and 2h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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 checkTop 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.
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.
Turn right onto SR 2 / Navarre Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 334 East: River Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$19.70 one way
$39.41 round trip
| 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Oregon on Friday
Local time
7:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Springfield on Friday
Local time
7:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Oregon is a city in Ohio Erie shore west.
Founded 1801
Springfield is a city in Clark County, Ohio.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
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.
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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