How far is Mad River, OH from Columbus, OH?
The driving distance from Mad River, OH to Columbus, OH is about 57 miles (91.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.3 miles (79.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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 00h 59m.
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.
Census-designated place in Madison County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mad River and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mad River and Columbus.
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Start on Wynn Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Wynn Road
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Continue on South Tecumseh Road
1.4 km · 3 min · South Tecumseh Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Dayton Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Dayton Road
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Turn right onto Speedway Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Speedway Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Enon Road
91 m · 7 sec · Enon Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 70 East: Columbus
1705 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
47.7 mi · 52 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 23: Third Street, Fourth Street
747 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 23 South: Third Street
686 ft · 17 sec
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Turn straight onto North Third Street
1.5 km · 3 min · North Third Street
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Turn right onto East State Street
32 m · 4 sec · East State Street
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Turn right
27 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mad River and Columbus.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 70 East
Merge slight left
47.7 mi · 00h 52m
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 leaving Mad River and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mad River to Columbus?
The road trip is about 57 miles (91.8 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Choctaw Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.2 miles from Mad River and 28.8 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.3 miles (79.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.45 one way or $14.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Mad River and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Columbus.
Stop Ideas Near Choctaw Lake
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
London City Hall
South Vienna Town Hall
Town Hall Emporium
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Choctaw Lake.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mad River and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 49.27 mi (79.3 km).
#1 Mad River
Township of Ohio
| Population | 2,750 |
| Coordinates | 39.8958900, -83.9249300 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: East State Street (-82.998626, 39.960416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.45 | $14.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $8.53 | $17.05 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $9.63 | $19.26 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $8.65 | $17.30 |
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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