How far is Mingo Junction, OH from Columbus, OH?
The driving distance from Mingo Junction, OH to Columbus, OH is about 146.1 miles (235.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.6 miles (207 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m 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 02h 26m.
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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Village in Muskingum County, Ohio
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mingo Junction and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mingo Junction and Columbus.
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Start on Stanton Avenue
18 m · 3 sec · Stanton Avenue
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Turn straight onto Lincoln Avenue
160 m · 28 sec · Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto Standard Avenue
108 m · 16 sec · Standard Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto McLister Avenue
85 m · 8 sec · McLister Avenue
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Turn left onto Commercial Street
788 ft · 26 sec · Commercial Street
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Turn left onto Logan Avenue
618 ft · 34 sec · Logan Avenue
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Take the ramp left
656 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
19.8 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
982 ft · 27 sec
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Continue on North Lincoln Avenue
151 m · 11 sec · North Lincoln Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
1381 ft · 30 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Marion Street
79 m · 6 sec · Marion Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 70 West: Columbus
1112 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight right
123.9 mi · 2 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
1663 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on East Mound Street
1466 ft · 56 sec · East Mound Street
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Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
1971 ft · 1 min · South Grant Avenue
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Turn left onto East State Street
2066 ft · 1 min · 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 Mingo Junction 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 West
Merge slight right
124 mi · 02h 16m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mingo Junction and Slight 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 Mingo Junction to Columbus?
The road trip is about 146.1 miles (235.1 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
New Concord is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.1 miles from Mingo Junction and 72.9 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.6 miles (207 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 1:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.08 one way or $38.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near New Concord
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mingo Junction and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 128.62 mi (206.99 km).
#1 Mingo Junction
Town
| Population | 3,185 |
| Coordinates | 40.3217400, -80.6098000 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| 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: 235 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.08 | $38.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $21.85 | $43.69 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $24.67 | $49.34 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $22.17 | $44.33 |
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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