How far is Galion, OH from Yellow Springs, OH?
The driving distance from Galion, OH to Yellow Springs, OH is about 96.7 miles (155.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Union County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Galion and Yellow Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Galion and Yellow Springs.
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Start on the route
17 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Harding Way West
1.1 km · 1 min · Harding Way West
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Turn left onto Portland Way South
19.7 mi · 30 min · Portland Way South
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Continue on East Center Street
2 mi · 3 min · East Center Street
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Turn left onto South Prospect Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Prospect Street
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Continue on Marion-Marysville Road
24.5 mi · 36 min · Marion-Marysville Road
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Take the ramp right
1463 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 33 West, US 36 West, SR 4 South
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
564 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
28.5 mi · 34 min
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Turn right onto State Route 334
3.7 mi · 4 min · State Route 334
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Turn left
2639 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto US Route 68
13.5 mi · 15 min · US Route 68
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Xenia Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Galion and Yellow Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 36 West
Keep slight left to continue on US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
28.5 mi · 00h 34m
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 Galion and Sunny near Yellow Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Galion to Yellow Springs?
The road trip is about 96.7 miles (155.6 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Milford Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.3 miles from Galion and 48.3 miles from Yellow Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 2:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.63 one way or $25.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Galion and Sunny near Yellow Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Milford Center
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 Milford Center.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Galion and Yellow Springs. Straight-line distance: 86.3 mi (138.89 km).
#1 Galion
City in Crawford County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 9,929 |
| Coordinates | 40.7336700, -82.7899000 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Yellow Springs
Village in Ohio
| Population | 3,761 |
| Coordinates | 39.8064500, -83.8868700 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| Country | United States |
End: Yellow Springs (-83.88687, 39.80645)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $14.47 | $28.93 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $16.33 | $32.67 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $14.68 | $29.35 |
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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