How far is Colerain, OH from Fairborn, OH?
The driving distance from Colerain, OH to Fairborn, OH is about 184.2 miles (296.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 171.3 miles (275.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 34m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Licking County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Colerain and Fairborn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colerain and Fairborn.
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Start on Colerain Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Colerain Road
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Turn left onto Barton Colerain Road
2.3 mi · 6 min · Barton Colerain Road
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Turn left onto Barton Road
116 m · 12 sec · Barton Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
736 ft · 20 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Barton Road
3.5 mi · 8 min · Barton Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on National Road West
1.2 km · 1 min · National Road West
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Take the ramp slight right
1623 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
115 mi · 2 hr 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on South Innerbelt
1.5 km · 1 min · South Innerbelt
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Continue on West Freeway
54.1 mi · 59 min · West Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
1480 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 675 South: Cincinnati
1948 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 675 South: Cincinnati
1618 ft · 46 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right
1423 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto North Maple Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · North Maple Avenue
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Turn right onto Tacoma Lane
106 m · 25 sec · Tacoma Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tacoma Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Colerain and Fairborn.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
National Road West
Merge slight left
115 mi · 02h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Colerain and Sunny near Fairborn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Colerain to Fairborn?
The road trip is about 184.2 miles (296.5 km) and usually takes 03h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Harbor Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.9 miles from Colerain and 92.3 miles from Fairborn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171.3 miles (275.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:52 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.08 one way or $48.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Colerain and Sunny near Fairborn.
Stop Ideas Near Harbor Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Harbor Hills.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Colerain and Fairborn. Straight-line distance: 171.29 mi (275.67 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 Fairborn
City in Ohio, USA
| Population | 33,990 |
| Coordinates | 39.8208900, -84.0193800 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fairborn (-84.01938, 39.82089)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.08 | $48.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $27.57 | $55.15 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $31.14 | $62.27 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $27.98 | $55.95 |
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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