How far is Lima, OH from Springfield, OH?
The driving distance from Lima, OH to Springfield, OH is about 131.1 miles (211 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.9 miles (173.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 46m 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 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in and the county seat of Ross County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lima and Springfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lima and Springfield.
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Start on New Lima Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · New Lima Road
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Continue on Main Street
1338 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Salem Street
8.9 mi · 16 min · Salem Street
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Continue straight
5.1 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
4.4 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
15.6 mi · 18 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1688 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left
127 m · 9 sec
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Turn right
29.6 mi · 35 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 35 West: Dayton
49 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 72: Cedarville, Jamestown
1795 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right
19 mi · 34 min
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Continue on South Limestone Street
2225 ft · 48 sec · South Limestone Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Limestone Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lima and Springfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 35 West
Keep slight left to continue on US 35 West: Dayton
49 mi · 00h 53m
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 Lima and Sunny near Springfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lima to Springfield?
The road trip is about 131.1 miles (211 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Chillicothe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.1 miles from Lima and 64 miles from Springfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.9 miles (173.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.2 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 1:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.15 one way or $34.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lima and Sunny near Springfield.
Stop Ideas Near Chillicothe
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 Chillicothe.
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Columbus, OH
Ashland Transportation Center
Maysville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lima and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 107.89 mi (173.63 km).
#1 Lima
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 36,440 |
| Coordinates | 39.0642400, -82.1198700 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springfield
The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.
| Population | 58,456 |
| Coordinates | 39.9242300, -83.8088200 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Limestone Street (-83.808489, 39.924211)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $17.15 | $34.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $19.64 | $39.28 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $22.18 | $44.36 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $19.93 | $39.86 |
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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