Randolph, OH to Colerain, OH is 84.4 miles and takes about 2h 14m via Scio Road Southwest, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Ohio. Expect a drive characterized by frequent turns on local roads, making it a more engaging experience than a straight highway shot. With a drive time under three hours and a low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a spontaneous day trip or an easy addition to a larger itinerary. Consider this a straightforward connection between two Ohio communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.2 miles from Randolph, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Scio Road Southwest
10.7 mi
18m
Canton Road Northwest
9.3 mi
13m
Cadiz-Harrisville Road
8.3 mi
12m
US 224
7.7 mi
11m
Union Avenue Northeast
6.2 mi
8m
Cadiz-Jewett Road
6.1 mi
8m
West Main Street
5.9 mi
8m
SR 183
5.2 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Scio Road Southwest
— 10.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Randolph, OH and Colerain, OH.
1
Start on CH 87
71 ft·5 sec·Waterloo Road
2
Turn right onto SR 44
0.2 mi·25 sec·State Route 44
3
Turn left onto US 224
5.3 mi·7 min·US 224
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 224; SR 183
2.4 mi·3 min·US 224; SR 183
5
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 183
5.2 mi·7 min·SR 183
6
Turn slight right onto SR 183
3.0 mi·6 min·North Union Avenue
7
Continue on SR 183
6.2 mi·8 min·Union Avenue Northeast
8
Continue on SR 183
3.9 mi·6 min·Union Avenue Southeast
9
Turn right onto TR 78
1.4 mi·3 min·North Market Street
10
Turn right onto SR 183
343 ft·6 sec·West McKinley Avenue
11
Continue on SR 183
0.6 mi·59 sec·Valley Street
12
Continue on SR 183
3.5 mi·6 min·Alliance Road Northwest
13
Turn left onto SR 43
9.3 mi·13 min·Canton Road Northwest
14
Turn left onto SR 39; SR 43
0.4 mi·40 sec·West Main Street
15
Turn right onto SR 332
332 ft·11 sec·South Lisbon Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto 2nd Street Southwest
49 ft·4 sec·2nd Street Southwest
17
Turn right onto SR 332
0.3 mi·32 sec·South Lisbon Street
18
Continue on SR 332
11 mi·18 min·Scio Road Southwest
19
Continue on SR 332
1.8 mi·3 min·Scio-Carrollton Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto SR 151
0.9 mi·1 min·Scio Bowerstown Road
21
Continue on SR 151
0.6 mi·1 min·West Main Street
22
Continue on SR 646
0.1 mi·19 sec·Main Street
23
Turn left onto SR 646
0.2 mi·19 sec·East College Street
24
Continue on SR 646
522 ft·10 sec·Tappan-Scio Road
25
Keep slight left at fork onto C-17
4.6 mi·6 min·Hanover Ridge Road
26
Turn right onto SR 9
6.1 mi·8 min·Cadiz-Jewett Road
27
Continue on US 250; SR 9
0.7 mi·1 min·Lincoln Avenue
28
Continue on US 250; SR 9
2.2 mi·3 min·West Market Street
29
Continue on US 250
8.3 mi·12 min·Cadiz-Harrisville Road
30
Continue on US 250
4.9 mi·7 min·West Main Street
31
Continue on US 250
1.7 mi·2 min·Colerain Road
32
Arrive at destination
US 250
Trip Plan
Given the short 2h 14m duration and 84.4-mile distance, you have a lot of flexibility with when to depart. Leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Colerain, OH, and still have the afternoon free. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your own break if needed, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel as you'll be on local roads for most of the trip; the estimated fuel cost is around $13, so ensure you start with enough or know where to refuel. A specific tip: pay close attention to your GPS at intersections, as the turn-heavy nature of this route means missing a turn could add unexpected time.
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 42.2 miles from Randolph, OH, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.7 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 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.2 miles or 1h 8m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colerain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Randolph, 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 Randolph, OH
This is one driving day of about 84.4 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Randolph, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Scio Road Southwest for about 10.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 54.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 44 / State Route 44
Turn right onto SR 44 / State Route 44
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 224
Turn left onto US 224
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
41.4 mi into trip|~1h 6m in|2nd Street Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto 2nd Street Southwest
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
41.4 mi into trip|~1h 6m in|SR 332 / South Lisbon Street
Turn right onto SR 332 / South Lisbon Street
Navigation decision point
5
54.2 mi into trip|~1h 29m in|SR 151 / Scio Bowerstown Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 151 / Scio Bowerstown Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.10 one way
$26.20 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$14.54
$29.07
premium
$4.91
$16.31
$32.62
diesel
$5.61
$18.63
$37.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.3
0
$8.86
$4.05
Efficient EV
21.1
0
$7.39
$3.38
EV Truck/SUV
33.8
0
$11.82
$5.40
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Randolph, OH
Morning
in Randolph on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Colerain, OH
Morning
in Colerain on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Carrollton, OH
42 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
22 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 14m 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.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is best described as turn-heavy and local, with only about 15% of the route on highways. You'll navigate primarily using roads like Scio Road Southwest and Canton Road Northwest, which will require your attention. The longest continuous stretch without a significant turn or change in road type is 10.7 miles on Scio Road Southwest. This profile means you'll be actively steering and adjusting your speed more often than on a typical interstate journey, offering a more hands-on driving experience.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.7 mi on Scio Road Southwest.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 44 / State Route 44.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.4 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 44 / State Route 44): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 224): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.4 miles (2nd Street Southwest): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 84.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (15%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.7 miles on Scio Road Southwest. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 44 / State Route 44): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 224): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.4 miles (2nd Street Southwest): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National 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 Colerain, OH before heading back.
