This 159.4-mile drive from Steubenville, OH to Dublin, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. You'll spend an estimated 3 hours and 12 minutes on the road, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes I-70, with some time on Cadiz Road and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. This drive offers a practical way to travel between two points within Ohio, with minimal fuss.
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
79.7 miles from Steubenville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
66.5 mi
1h 12m
Cadiz Road
21.6 mi
24m
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
20.6 mi
23m
Cadiz-Piedmont Road
16.8 mi
22m
US 22
12.1 mi
12m
Cadiz-Steubenville Road
8.4 mi
10m
Sunset Boulevard
2.7 mi
5m
John Glenn Highway
1.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 66.5 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Steubenville, OH and Dublin, OH.
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Start on this road
0.1 mi·53 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Brady Circle West
309 ft·17 sec·Brady Circle West
3
Turn right onto SR 43
2.7 mi·5 min·Sunset Boulevard
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Turn right onto Lovers Lane
1.1 mi·1 min·Lovers Lane
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
6
Merge onto US 22
12 mi·12 min·US 22
7
Continue on US 22
8.4 mi·10 min·Cadiz-Steubenville Road
8
Continue on US 22
17 mi·22 min·Cadiz-Piedmont Road
9
Continue on US 22; SR 800
22 mi·24 min·Cadiz Road
10
Continue on US 22
1.2 mi·1 min·Highland Avenue
11
Turn slight right onto US 22; US 40
0.6 mi·1 min·Wheeling Avenue
12
Turn slight left onto US 22; US 40
0.3 mi·26 sec·Dewey Avenue
13
Turn right onto US 22; US 40
1.8 mi·2 min·John Glenn Highway
14
Turn left onto SR 723
0.3 mi·25 sec·SR 723
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
16
Merge onto I 70
66 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 108Toward I 270 South, I 270 NorthUse the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi·1 min
Toward I 270 NorthUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
Toward I 270 North, US 40 West: Main Street, Whitehall
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·41 sec
21
Merge onto I 270
21 mi·23 min·Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 20Toward Sawmill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward Sawmill Road SouthUse the left / right lanes.
24
Turn straight onto CR 70
0.2 mi·16 sec·Sawmill Road
25
Turn right onto Dublin Center Drive
0.6 mi·1 min·Dublin Center Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn right onto SR 161
0.8 mi·1 min·West Dublin Granville Road
Use the right lane.
27
Enter roundabout onto US 33; SR 161
215 ft·7 sec·East Bridge Street
28
Continue on US 33; SR 161
0.2 mi·39 sec·East Bridge Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
29
Turn left onto South High Street
170 ft·7 sec·South High Street
Use the left lane.
30
Turn right
109 ft·9 sec
31
Turn right
48 ft·3 sec
32
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 12-minute duration, starting your trip in Steubenville early in the morning will allow you to reach Dublin with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 66.5 miles, you can easily manage your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer I-70 segments, and plan your refueling accordingly. The estimated fuel cost of $24 makes it an affordable leg of your journey, so you won't need to worry about frequent, costly fill-ups.
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 79.7 miles from Steubenville, OH, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 35 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.7 miles or 1h 40m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dublin, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Steubenville, 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 Steubenville, OH
This is one driving day of about 159.4 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Steubenville, 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 70 for about 66.5 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 134.2 and 159.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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134.2 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 270 South, I 270 North
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 108
Toward I 270 South, I 270 North
7
134.4 mi into trip|~2h 40m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 270 North
7
157.2 mi into trip|~3h 6m in
Take the exit toward Sawmill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20
Toward Sawmill Road
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157.4 mi into trip|~3h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Sawmill Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward Sawmill Road South
7
159.4 mi into trip|~3h 11m in|South High Street
Turn left onto South High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.74 one way
$49.48 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg56 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$27.46
$54.91
premium
$4.91
$30.81
$61.61
diesel
$5.61
$35.19
$70.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
47.8
0
$16.74
$7.65
Efficient EV
39.9
0
$13.95
$6.38
EV Truck/SUV
63.8
0
$22.32
$10.20
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Steubenville, OH
Morning
in Steubenville on Tuesday
Local time
9:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dublin, OH
Morning
in Dublin on Tuesday
Local time
9:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Cambridge, OH
80 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
4 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
3h 12m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-intensive experience, as 62% of this route is on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 66.5 miles along I-70, offering a consistent pace. While predominantly highway, there are transitions onto roads like Cadiz Road and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway, which may offer a slight change of scenery or traffic patterns. Overall, this drive is designed for efficiency, prioritizing direct travel over winding backroads.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.5 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Cadiz Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 134.2 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 22 significant decision points across 159.4 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 134.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Steubenville, OH to Dublin, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Whitehall along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 159.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.5 miles on I 70. 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 Dublin, 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 134.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Dublin, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
