Springfield, OH to New Philadelphia, OH is 155.1 miles and takes about 3h 5m via SR 37 and I-70, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, traversing Ohio for its entirety. You'll find this route straightforward, primarily utilizing major roadways for a consistent travel experience. It's a manageable distance that makes it ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace without feeling rushed.
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
77.6 miles from Springfield, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 37
38.8 mi
42m
I 70
33.7 mi
36m
US 36
18.1 mi
23m
I 77
15.2 mi
16m
New Albany Bypass
10.5 mi
11m
I 670
10.5 mi
12m
SR 16
8.9 mi
12m
US 40
6.2 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
SR 37
— 38.8 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, OH and New Philadelphia, 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
0.4 mi·34 sec·East Columbia Street
3
Turn slight left onto US 40; SR 41
6.2 mi·9 min·US 40; SR 41
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
5
Merge onto I 70
34 mi·36 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
4.3 mi·5 min·I 670
Toward I 670 East: AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
6.1 mi·7 min·I 670
Toward I 670 East: AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
353 ft·8 sec
Toward I 270 North, SR 161: Easton Way
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 10AToward I 270 NorthUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 270
2.2 mi·2 min·Jack Nicklaus Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 32Toward Morse RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Morse Road
3.2 mi·5 min·Morse Road
Use the right lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 62
245 ft·3 sec·Johnstown Road
14
Continue on US 62
1.1 mi·1 min·Johnstown Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Enter roundabout onto US 62
111 ft·1 sec·Johnstown Road
16
Continue on US 62
1.2 mi·1 min·Johnstown Road
17
Enter roundabout onto US 62
99 ft·1 sec·West Main Street
18
Continue on US 62
0.7 mi·51 sec·West Main Street
19
Continue on US 62
0.3 mi·25 sec·Johnstown Road
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
21
Merge onto SR 161
11 mi·11 min·New Albany Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on SR 37
39 mi·42 min·SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on SR 16
8.9 mi·12 min·SR 16
24
Continue on US 36; SR 83
18 mi·23 min·US 36; SR 83
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
26
Merge onto I 77
15 mi·16 min·I 77
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 81Toward US 250, SR 39 East: New Philadelphia
28
Turn right onto US 250 Business; SR 39
1.7 mi·3 min·West High Avenue
29
Turn left onto SR 416
55 ft·1 sec·North Broadway Street
30
Arrive at destination
SR 416
Trip Plan
Consider departing Springfield in the morning to maximize daylight and take advantage of the 3h 5m drive time. With only 155.1 miles and a $24 fuel estimate, you have flexibility with stops. The longest continuous stretch is 38.8 miles on SR 37, so plan your first break before or after that segment if needed. Given this is a single-day trip, you can easily adjust your schedule. Keep an eye on fuel levels as you approach New Philadelphia, as the next major refueling opportunity might be a bit further out depending on your exact destination within the city.
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 77.6 miles from Springfield, OH, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.8 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 34 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.6 miles or 1h 32m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Philadelphia, 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 155.1 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 SR 37 for about 38.8 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 40.8 and 54 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
40.8 mi into trip|~47m in|I 670
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 670 East: Airport
7
45.1 mi into trip|~53m in|I 670
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 670 East: Airport
6
51.2 mi into trip|~1h in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North, SR 161: Easton Way
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 270 North, SR 161: Easton Way
8
51.3 mi into trip|~1h in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 10A
Toward I 270 North
7
54 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward Morse Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 32
Toward Morse Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.07 one way
$48.14 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$26.72
$53.43
premium
$4.91
$29.98
$59.95
diesel
$5.61
$34.24
$68.49
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.5
0
$16.29
$7.44
Efficient EV
38.8
0
$13.57
$6.20
EV Truck/SUV
62
0
$21.71
$9.93
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Springfield, OH
Late night
in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New Philadelphia, OH
Late night
in New Philadelphia on Tuesday
Local time
5:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Newark, OH
78 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 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 5m 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.
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 86% of the 155.1 miles on major roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 38.8 miles on SR 37 before transitioning to interstate driving. Expect frequent exits and merges as you navigate the highway portions, particularly on I-70. The latter part of the drive will feel more like rural cruising as you move away from the densest highway sections.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.8 mi on SR 37.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 37 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.8 miles in near I 670.
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 155.1 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 40.8 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 5m. Total distance: 155.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.8 miles on SR 37. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 New Philadelphia, 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 40.8 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at New Philadelphia, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
