The drive from Springfield, OH to Greentown, OH covers 171.5 miles and takes about 3h 22m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, I 76, Delaware Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mostly highway.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.1 miles on I 71.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.34 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
85.8 miles from Springfield, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
78.1 mi
1h 23m
I 76
17.2 mi
20m
Delaware Avenue
14.4 mi
16m
SR 4
9.6 mi
10m
Mechanicsburg Road
7.6 mi
9m
State Route 4
6.9 mi
7m
West Sandusky Street
5.9 mi
7m
State Route 37 East
5.9 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 78.1 mi, about 1h 23m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 60 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,112 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,981
Quietest
2 AM
~236 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 102 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 Springfield, OH and Greentown, OH.
1
Start on South Limestone Street
0.1 mi·17 sec·South Limestone Street
2
Turn right onto US 40; SR 4; SR 41
0.7 mi·1 min·East Columbia Street
3
Continue on SR 4
1.2 mi·1 min·Lagonda Avenue
4
Turn left onto SR 4
0.2 mi·23 sec·North Belmont Avenue
5
Turn right onto SR 4
0.1 mi·9 sec·Mitchell Boulevard
6
Continue on SR 4
0.6 mi·57 sec·Lagonda Avenue
7
Continue on SR 4
7.6 mi·9 min·Mechanicsburg Road
8
Continue on SR 4
6.9 mi·7 min·State Route 4
9
Continue on SR 4
5.9 mi·7 min·West Sandusky Street
10
Turn slight left onto SR 4
9.6 mi·10 min·SR 4
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 4
3.7 mi·4 min·US 36; SR 4
12
Take the exit onto US 36
0.3 mi·36 sec·US 36
Exit 93Toward US 36 East: DelawareUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto US 36
14 mi·16 min·Delaware Avenue
14
Continue on US 36
2.4 mi·2 min·West William Street
15
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
0.9 mi·1 min·Sunbury Road
16
Continue on US 36; SR 37
5.9 mi·8 min·State Route 37 East
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
18
Merge onto I 71
78 mi·1 hr 23 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 209A-BToward I 76, US 224: Lodi, AkronUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 209AToward I 76, US 224 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi·20 min·I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 277; US 224
3.6 mi·4 min·I 277; US 224
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 4AToward I 77 South: CantonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto I 77
4.5 mi·5 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 118Toward SR 241: MassillonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Turn right onto SR 241
0.1 mi·18 sec·Massillon Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Enter roundabout onto SR 241
108 ft·2 sec·Massillon Road
28
Continue on SR 241
523 ft·9 sec·Massillon Road
29
Enter roundabout onto Massillon Road
105 ft·2 sec·Massillon Road
30
Continue on Massillon Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Massillon Road
31
Enter roundabout onto SR 241
144 ft·2 sec·Massillon Road
32
Continue on SR 241
1.1 mi·1 min·Massillon Road
33
Turn left onto Greensburg Road
1.4 mi·2 min·Greensburg Road
34
Enter roundabout onto Greensburg Road
86 ft·1 sec·Greensburg Road
35
Continue on Greensburg Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Greensburg Road
36
Continue on CR 31
0.9 mi·1 min·State Street Northwest
37
Turn left onto Firelane Road Northwest
26 ft·1 sec·Firelane Road Northwest
38
Arrive at destination
Firelane Road Northwest
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 85.8 miles from Springfield, OH, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.1 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 38 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.8 miles or 1h 42m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greentown, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, 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 Springfield, OH
This is one driving day of about 171.5 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Springfield, 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 I 71 for about 78.1 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 36.7 and 165.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
36.7 mi into trip|~45m in|US 36
Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East: Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
8
139 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
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 209A-B
Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
9
139.2 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 209A
Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
7
160.9 mi into trip|~3h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 77 South: Canton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4A
Toward I 77 South: Canton
7
165.8 mi into trip|~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward SR 241: Massillon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 118
Toward SR 241: Massillon
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.34 one way
$52.68 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$29.71
$59.42
premium
$4.98
$33.64
$67.28
diesel
$5.60
$37.80
$75.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.5
0
$18.01
$8.23
Efficient EV
42.9
0
$15.01
$6.86
EV Truck/SUV
68.6
0
$24.01
$10.98
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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 5, 2026
Origin
Springfield, OH
Night
in Springfield on Monday
Local time
9:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 3 mph38% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Greentown, OH
Night
in Greentown on Monday
Local time
9:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Patchy Fog
NE 3 mph28% chanceLive forecast
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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 22m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
171.5 mi in 3h 22m, mostly highway — 78.1 mi of that is on I 71.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.1 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 36.7 miles in near US 36.
Driving Effort10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 171.5 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 36.7 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 139 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,371 ft950 ft
Total Climb
663 ft
Total Descent
668 ft
Highest Point
1,371 ft
~98 mi in
Elevation Range
421 ft
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 Springfield, OH to Greentown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Akron along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 171.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78.1 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Greentown, 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. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 36.7 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 139 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Greentown, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
