How far is Drexel, OH from Columbus, OH?

The driving distance from Drexel, OH to Columbus, OH is about 77.4 miles (124.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
77.44 mi
01h 15m
Flight
69.9 mi
112.49 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
69.9 mi
Kilometers
112.49 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
77.44 mi
Kilometers
124.62 km
Drive Time
01h 15m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Columbus
Wed, Apr 22, 11:43 PM EDT
Return by in Drexel
Thu, Apr 23, 12:59 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Drexel
2026-04-22T22:28
Arrive Columbus
Wed, Apr 22, 11:43 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 15m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:16 AM to 11:16 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Drexel
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
Harmony
OH

Human settlement in United States of America

From Drexel
38 mi
00h 37m
To Columbus
39.5 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph W
Destination
75°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on West 3rd Street

    4.6 mi · 7 min · West 3rd Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp left toward I 75 North: Toledo

    1775 ft · 43 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    2655 ft · 41 sec

  4. 4

    Keep slight right to continue on SR 4 North: Springfield, Webster Street, Keowee Street

    10.8 mi · 13 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus

    5.8 mi · 7 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    49.2 mi · 53 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport

    3.6 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

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

    747 ft · 18 sec

  9. 9

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

    686 ft · 17 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto North Third Street

    1.5 km · 3 min · North Third Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto East State Street

    32 m · 4 sec · East State Street

  12. 12

    Turn right

    27 m · 7 sec

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Drexel 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
13 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 70 East
55 mi · 71%
SR 4 North
10.8 mi · 14%
West 3rd Street
4.6 mi · 6%
I 670 East
3.65 mi · 5%
North Third Street
0.95 mi · 1%
I 75 North
0.84 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US 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 15m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.5 mi
69.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Harmony
00h 37m from Drexel
Leave By
3:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Drexel and 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 Drexel to Columbus?

The road trip is about 77.4 miles (124.6 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?

Harmony is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38 miles from Drexel and 39.5 miles from Columbus.

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

The direct path is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 3:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.11 one way or $20.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Drexel and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Columbus.

Stop Ideas Near Harmony

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 Harmony and the surrounding midpoint area.
London City Hall
Scenic stop 12.7 mi away

London City Hall

London , OH
20 S Walnut St, London, OH 43140
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City government office,City administration,City clerk's office,City Department of Public Safety,City Hall,City park,City tax office
Springfield City Hall
Meeting point 6.9 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 10.5 mi away

Town Hall Emporium

Urbana , OH
5854 E State Rte 29, Urbana, OH 43078
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Antique store
Historic City Hall Bell
Scenic stop 6.9 mi away

Historic City Hall Bell

Springfield , OH
191 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH 45502
Historical landmark

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Columbus, OH

60 mi away
111 East Town Street
BUS

Cincinnati, OH

114 mi away
1005 Gilbert Avenue
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

116 mi away
1301 Western Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Drexel and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 69.9 mi (112.49 km).

Drexel

#1 Drexel

Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Ohio

Population2,076
Coordinates39.7464500, -84.2866100
Altitude290
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: West 3rd Street (-84.28661, 39.746476)
End: East State Street (-82.998626, 39.960416)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 125 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 56m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 06m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.73 gal
10.34 L · about $10.11
Round trip
$20.23
5.46 gal · 20.68 L
Estimated CO2
24.3 kg one way
Round trip: 48.5 kg / 107 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $10.11 $20.23
Mid-grade $4.24 $11.58 $23.16
Premium $4.79 $13.08 $26.15
Diesel $4.30 $11.75 $23.50

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Drexel and Columbus. The current time is 22:28:15.

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.