This 173.5-mile journey from Urbana to Colerain, Ohio, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with a 0% highway share, making it a turn-heavy local drive. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $26. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, allowing ample time for the drive and any brief stops you might choose to make along the way. It's a straightforward drive through the Midwest, connecting two points within Ohio.
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
84.3 miles from Urbana, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
East Freeway
114 mi
2h 4m
I 70
14.7 mi
16m
Scioto Street
10.7 mi
16m
North Main Street
9.3 mi
13m
Urbana – West Jefferson Road
4.8 mi
7m
Barton Road
3.6 mi
8m
West Freeway
3.2 mi
4m
Barton Colerain Road
2.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
East Freeway
— 114 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Urbana, OH and Colerain, OH.
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Start on US 68
86 ft·1 sec·North Main Street
2
Enter roundabout onto US 36; SR 29
177 ft·3 sec·Scioto Street
3
Continue on US 36; SR 29
1.2 mi·2 min·Scioto Street
4
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 29
9.5 mi·14 min·Scioto Street
5
Continue on SR 29; SR 559
9.3 mi·13 min·North Main Street
6
Enter roundabout onto SR 29
123 ft·1 sec·Urbana – West Jefferson Road
7
Continue on SR 29
4.5 mi·6 min·Urbana – West Jefferson Road
8
Enter roundabout onto SR 29
189 ft·3 sec·Urbana – West Jefferson Road
9
Continue on SR 29
0.2 mi·20 sec·Urbana – West Jefferson Road
10
Enter roundabout
219 ft·3 sec
11
Continue
0.3 mi·39 sec
12
Merge onto I 70
15 mi·16 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
3.2 mi·4 min·West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 70
1.5 mi·2 min·South Innerbelt
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi·31 sec·South Innerbelt
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 70
114 mi·2 hr 4 min·East Freeway
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 215Toward US 40: National Road
18
Turn left onto US 40
0.9 mi·1 min·National Road West
19
Continue on US 40
1.5 mi·2 min·West Main Street
20
Turn left onto Barton Road
3.5 mi·8 min·Barton Road
21
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi·25 sec·Main Street
22
Turn left onto Barton Road
381 ft·11 sec·Barton Road
23
At end of road, turn right onto Barton Crescent Road
177 ft·4 sec·Barton Crescent Road
24
Continue on Barton Colerain Road
2.3 mi·5 min·Barton Colerain Road
25
At end of road, turn right onto US 250
0.8 mi·1 min·Colerain Road
26
Arrive at destination
US 250
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under 3 hours, this 173.5-mile trip offers flexibility. You can depart Urbana whenever it suits you, and with only one stop recommended, you'll have plenty of time to reach Colerain without feeling rushed. The $26 fuel cost is modest, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Urbana, as local roads can sometimes have fewer fueling options than major highways. Keep an eye out for the transition onto Urbana – West Jefferson Road; it's a key segment of this local journey.
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 84.3 miles from Urbana, OH, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114 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 37 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.3 miles or 1h 44m 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 43m
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 Urbana, 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 Urbana, OH
This is one driving day of about 168.5 miles and 3h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Urbana, 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 East Freeway for about 114 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street
Enter roundabout onto US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
24.6 mi into trip|~37m in|SR 29 / Urbana – West Jefferson Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 29 / Urbana – West Jefferson Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
24.9 mi into trip|~37m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
39.9 mi into trip|~54m in|I 70 / West Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 / West Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
44.7 mi into trip|~1h in|I 70 / South Innerbelt
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 / South Innerbelt
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.15 one way
$52.30 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg59 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$29.02
$58.05
premium
$4.91
$32.57
$65.13
diesel
$5.61
$37.20
$74.41
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: 59 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.6
0
$17.69
$8.09
Efficient EV
42.1
0
$14.74
$6.74
EV Truck/SUV
67.4
0
$23.59
$10.78
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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 15, 2026
Origin
Urbana, OH
Afternoon
in Urbana on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Colerain, OH
Afternoon
in Colerain on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Geneva, OH
84 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 26m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, as it features a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating familiar roads like Scioto Street and North Main Street before transitioning to the Urbana – West Jefferson Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the nature of local roads suggests frequent changes in speed and direction. This isn't a high-speed cruise; instead, anticipate a more engaging driving experience with more frequent adjustments as you make your way through communities and rural areas.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 114 mi on East Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East Freeway and I 70. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 168.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 (US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.6 miles (SR 29 / Urbana – West Jefferson Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 26m. Total distance: 168.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 114 miles on East Freeway. 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 Colerain, 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: near the start (US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.6 miles (SR 29 / Urbana – West Jefferson Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Colerain, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
