Origin
Somerset, OH
Afternoon in Somerset on Tuesday
Local time
1:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, OH to Columbus, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
47 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerset, OH
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Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
Somerset to Columbus is 47 miles and takes about 1 hour 1 minute via I-70, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a quick, straightforward drive connecting two points within Ohio. You'll be spending most of your time on the interstate, making it an efficient transit rather than a scenic journey. Given its short distance and single day recommendation, this route is ideal for a quick trip or as part of a larger Midwest adventure. Plan for a smooth and uncomplicated drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 31.4 mi | 35m |
| Ohio State Route 13 | 11.6 mi | 17m |
| North Columbus Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East State Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Grant Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Mound Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Sheridan Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 31.4 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, OH and Columbus, OH.
1
Start on East Sheridan Avenue
96 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Sheridan Avenue
2
Turn left
397 ft
·
34 sec
3
Turn left onto US 22; SR 668
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
4
Continue on SR 13
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Columbus Street
5
Continue on SR 13
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Ohio State Route 13
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 70
31 mi
·
35 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 101B
Toward Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on East Mound Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Mound Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Grant Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto East State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right
88 ft
·
6 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.5 miles from Somerset, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 46.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 13 / North Columbus Street
Enter roundabout onto SR 13 / North Columbus Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
14 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
14.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 70
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
45.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 101B
Toward Downtown
6
46.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
South Grant Avenue
Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.29 one way
$14.59 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.10 | $16.19 |
| premium | $4.91 | $9.08 | $18.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Afternoon in Columbus on Tuesday
Local time
1:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Etna, OH
24 mi in
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
2 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
1h 1m 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 heavily highway-focused, with a 91% share on major roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 31.4 miles on I-70, which forms the backbone of this drive. The initial part of your journey may involve Ohio State Route 13 and North Columbus Street before merging onto the interstate. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip, characterized by relatively high speeds and minimal local traffic interference.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.4 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Ohio State Route 13. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near SR 13 / North Columbus Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 47 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 0.2 miles (SR 13 / North Columbus Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Columbus, OH
Full guide →Founded 1812
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.
Top landmarks
- • Ohio Stadium — stadium in Columbus, Ohio, USA
- • Columbus Museum of Art — Museum in Columbus, Ohio, United States
- • Wexner Center for the Arts — center at Ohio State University
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 1h 1m. Total distance: 47 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.4 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.2 miles (SR 13 / North Columbus Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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