How far is Bradford, OH from Columbus, OH?

The driving distance from Bradford, OH to Columbus, OH is about 94 miles (151.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 76.7 miles (123.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 11m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
93.93 mi
01h 35m
Flight
76.66 mi
123.37 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
76.66 mi
Kilometers
123.37 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
93.93 mi
Kilometers
151.17 km
Drive Time
01h 35m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Columbus
Wed, Apr 15, 4:07 PM EDT
Return by in Bradford
Wed, Apr 15, 5:42 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bradford
2026-04-15T14:31
Arrive Columbus
Wed, Apr 15, 4:07 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:36 AM to 11:36 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bradford
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Springfield
OH

The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.

From Bradford
47.1 mi
00h 47m
To Columbus
46.8 mi
00h 47m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Today

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
14 to 17 mph SW
Destination
86°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 to 14 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bradford and Columbus.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bradford and Columbus.

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Street

    10 m · 10 sec · East Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Miami Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · North Miami Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left

    4.1 mi · 6 min

  4. 4

    Turn right onto North High Street

    2477 ft · 53 sec · North High Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Troy Avenue

    7.7 mi · 12 min · Troy Avenue

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right

    2632 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    12.9 mi · 14 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus

    669 ft · 16 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on I 70 East: Columbus

    1.6 km · 2 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    12.4 mi · 14 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    49.2 mi · 53 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport

    3.6 mi · 4 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street

    747 ft · 18 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on US 23 South: Third Street

    686 ft · 17 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto North Third Street

    1.5 km · 3 min · North Third Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto East State Street

    32 m · 4 sec · East State Street

  17. 17

    Turn right

    27 m · 7 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bradford and Columbus.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 70 East
62.6 mi · 67%
Troy Avenue
21.1 mi · 22%
I 670 East
3.65 mi · 4%
North Miami Avenue
1.2 mi · 1%
North Third Street
0.95 mi · 1%
North High Street
0.47 mi
Longest Stretch

I 70 East

Keep slight left

49.2 mi · 00h 53m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 35m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.3 mi
76.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Springfield
00h 47m from Bradford
Leave By
3:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bradford and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbus.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bradford to Columbus?

The road trip is about 94 miles (151.2 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?

Springfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.1 miles from Bradford and 46.8 miles from Columbus.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 76.7 miles (123.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.3 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 3:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.30 one way or $24.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bradford and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbus.

Stop Ideas Near Springfield

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Springfield and the surrounding midpoint area.
Historic City Hall Bell
Scenic stop 2.2 mi away

Historic City Hall Bell

Springfield , OH
191 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH 45502
Historical landmark
Springfield City Hall
Meeting point 2.3 mi away

Springfield City Hall

Springfield , OH
76 E High St, Springfield, OH 45502
Rating 4.0/5 10 reviews City Hall,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.6 mi away

SOUTH VIENNA MUNICIPAL BLDG

South Vienna , OH
149 W Main St, South Vienna, OH 45369
Municipal hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Springfield.

BUS

Columbus, OH

69 mi away
111 East Town Street
BUS

Cincinnati, OH

109 mi away
1005 Gilbert Avenue
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

111 mi away
1301 Western Ave.
RAIL

Connersville station

117 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bradford and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 76.66 mi (123.37 km).

Bradford

#1 Bradford

Village in Darke and Miami counties, Ohio, United States

Population1,871
Coordinates40.1322700, -84.4307800
Altitude301
CountryUnited States
Columbus

#2 Columbus

The fifteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Columbus metropolitan area.

Population884,356
Coordinates39.9611800, -82.9987900
Altitude235
CountryUnited States
Start: East Main Street (-84.430797, 40.132215)
End: East State Street (-82.998626, 39.960416)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 151 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.32 gal
12.55 L · about $12.30
Round trip
$24.60
6.64 gal · 25.1 L
Estimated CO2
29.5 kg one way
Round trip: 59 kg / 130 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $12.30 $24.60
Mid-grade $4.24 $14.08 $28.17
Premium $4.79 $15.90 $31.81
Diesel $4.30 $14.29 $28.58

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Ohio · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Bradford and Columbus. The current time is 14:31:30.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.