How far is Colerain, OH from Lake Darby, OH?
The driving distance from Colerain, OH to Lake Darby, OH is about 139.8 miles (225 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.6 miles (206.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 36m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Colerain and Lake Darby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colerain and Lake Darby.
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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
7.7 mi · 9 min · West Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Hilliard-Rome Road South
1665 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto Hilliard-Rome Road
2090 ft · 47 sec · Hilliard-Rome Road
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Turn right onto Feder Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · Feder Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Amity Road
2184 ft · 38 sec · Amity Road
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Turn left onto Dellinger Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Dellinger Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Hubbard Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Hubbard Road
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Turn left onto Fairbrook Avenue
929 ft · 37 sec · Fairbrook Avenue
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Turn left onto Silverbell Avenue
105 m · 12 sec · Silverbell Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Silverbell Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Colerain and Lake Darby.
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 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Colerain and Showers And Thunderstorms near Lake Darby.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Colerain to Lake Darby?
The road trip is about 139.8 miles (225 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Zanesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.8 miles from Colerain and 70 miles from Lake Darby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.6 miles (206.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 12:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.27 one way or $36.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Colerain and Showers And Thunderstorms near Lake Darby.
Stop Ideas Near Zanesville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Colerain and Lake Darby. Straight-line distance: 128.54 mi (206.86 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 Lake Darby
Census-designated place in Franklin County, Ohio
| Population | 4,592 |
| Coordinates | 39.9572800, -83.2288000 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Darby (-83.2288, 39.95728)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $18.27 | $36.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $20.91 | $41.83 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $23.61 | $47.23 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $21.22 | $42.44 |
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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