How far is Ada, OH from Wilmington, OH?
The driving distance from Ada, OH to Wilmington, OH is about 99.6 miles (160.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.5 miles (147.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ada and Wilmington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ada and Wilmington.
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Start on East Lincoln Avenue
44 m · 14 sec · East Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Klinger Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Klinger Road
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Continue on Front Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Front Street
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Turn right onto Lee Street
848 ft · 22 sec · Lee Street
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Continue straight
10.5 mi · 15 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto High Street
149 m · 15 sec · High Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
3.3 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
5.7 mi · 8 min
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Continue on County Road 130
1189 ft · 38 sec · County Road 130
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Turn left onto County Road 37
659 ft · 19 sec · County Road 37
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Turn right
4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 68: Bellefontaine, Kenton
1592 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
3.6 mi · 7 min · North Main Street
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Continue on US Route 68
13.7 mi · 20 min · US Route 68
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Continue on North Main Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Main Street
28 m · 2 sec · South Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on US Route 68
27.8 mi · 32 min · US Route 68
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Keep slight right
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto Home Avenue
17.1 mi · 26 min · Home Avenue
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Turn right onto North South Street
3022 ft · 1 min · North South Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
4 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ada and Wilmington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Route 68
Continue on US Route 68
27.8 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Ada and Rain Showers Likely near Wilmington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ada to Wilmington?
The road trip is about 99.6 miles (160.3 km) and usually takes 02h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Urbana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.8 miles from Ada and 49.8 miles from Wilmington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.5 miles (147.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.44 one way or $26.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Ada and Rain Showers Likely near Wilmington.
Stop Ideas Near Urbana
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Historic City Hall Bell
Springfield City Hall
Town Hall Emporium
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ada and Wilmington. Straight-line distance: 91.49 mi (147.24 km).
#1 Ada
Village in Hardin County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 5,532 |
| Coordinates | 40.7695000, -83.8227100 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilmington
City in Clinton County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 12,399 |
| Coordinates | 39.4453400, -83.8285400 |
| Altitude | 310 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilmington (-83.82854, 39.44534)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.83 | $13.44 | $26.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $15.38 | $30.77 |
| Premium | $4.93 | $17.29 | $34.59 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $21.30 | $42.60 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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