How far is Columbus, OH from Kingston, OH?
The driving distance from Columbus, OH to Kingston, OH is about 37.3 miles (60 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34 miles (54.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Pickaway County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbus and Kingston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Kingston.
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Start on the route
23 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto East State Street
556 ft · 26 sec · East State Street
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Turn left onto South High Street
9 mi · 17 min · South High Street
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Continue on Portsmouth - Columbus Road
23.1 mi · 31 min · Portsmouth - Columbus Road
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto State Route 159
905 ft · 18 sec · State Route 159
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Continue on Main Street
958 ft · 21 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto West Ing Street
42 m · 6 sec · West Ing Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Ing Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbus and Kingston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Portsmouth - Columbus Road
Continue on Portsmouth - Columbus Road
23.1 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Sunny leaving Columbus and Sunny near Kingston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Kingston?
The road trip is about 37.3 miles (60 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
South Bloomfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.6 miles from Columbus and 18.6 miles from Kingston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34 miles (54.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.89 one way or $9.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbus and Sunny near Kingston.
Stop Ideas Near South Bloomfield
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Kingston. Straight-line distance: 33.99 mi (54.7 km).
#1 Columbus
The fifteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Columbus metropolitan area.
| Population | 884,356 |
| Coordinates | 39.9611800, -82.9987900 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kingston
Village in Ohio, USA
| Population | 1,015 |
| Coordinates | 39.4739500, -82.9107300 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kingston (-82.91073, 39.47395)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.89 | $9.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $5.60 | $11.20 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $6.32 | $12.65 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
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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