How far is Colerain, OH from Athens, OH?
The driving distance from Colerain, OH to Athens, OH is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88 miles (141.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 26m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Colerain and Athens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colerain and Athens.
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Start on Colerain Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Colerain Road
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Continue on Sunset Heights Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · Sunset Heights Road
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Continue on Cadiz Pike
1.2 km · 1 min · Cadiz Pike
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Turn right onto North Lincoln Avenue
1947 ft · 39 sec · North Lincoln Avenue
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Take the ramp left
700 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ohio Valley Pike
11.1 mi · 12 min · Ohio Valley Pike
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Take the exit straight
1453 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Ferry Landing Road
2461 ft · 32 sec · Ferry Landing Road
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Continue straight
2318 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Lafayette Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Lafayette Avenue
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Continue on Energy Road
21.6 mi · 26 min · Energy Road
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Continue on North State Route 2
1.3 mi · 2 min · North State Route 2
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Continue on 3rd Street
2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Vine Street
4.3 mi · 5 min · Vine Street
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Continue on North 4th Avenue
5 mi · 6 min · North 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Elizabeth Street
82 m · 4 sec · Elizabeth Street
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Turn right onto Chelsea Street
16.8 mi · 19 min · Chelsea Street
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Continue on 3rd Street
11.7 mi · 13 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Emerson Avenue
5.1 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue
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Take the exit right
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
1835 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto Corridor D
10.2 mi · 12 min · Corridor D
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Keep slight left to continue on US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athens, Pomeroy
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto SR 7
10.9 mi · 13 min · SR 7
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50 West, SR 32 West: Athens, Chillicothe
19.4 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight left
750 ft · 19 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
2 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
67 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto Stimson Avenue
1192 ft · 39 sec · Stimson Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North 1804 Way
60 m · 4 sec · North 1804 Way
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Exit the roundabout onto North 1804 Way
1066 ft · 37 sec · North 1804 Way
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mill Street
2433 ft · 2 min · Mill Street
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Turn left onto North College Street
141 m · 20 sec · North College Street
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Turn right onto East Washington Street
128 m · 16 sec · East Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
Car Route Details
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Interchange-aware route
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21.6 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Colerain to Athens?
The road trip is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Newport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Colerain and 66.9 miles from Athens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88 miles (141.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.8 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 1:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.49 one way or $34.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Colerain and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Athens.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Colerain and Athens. Straight-line distance: 88.02 mi (141.65 km).
#1 Colerain
The most populous city in Hamilton County, Ohio.
| Population | 59,145 |
| Coordinates | 40.1259000, -80.8087000 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Athens
Town in Ohio
| Population | 24,600 |
| Coordinates | 39.3292400, -82.1012600 |
| Altitude | 219 |
| Country | United States |
End: Athens (-82.10126, 39.32924)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 215 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $3.71 | $17.49 | $34.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $20.02 | $40.04 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $22.61 | $45.22 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $20.31 | $40.63 |
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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