How far is Piketon, OH from Columbus, OH?
The driving distance from Piketon, OH to Columbus, OH is about 67.7 miles (109 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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 01h 17m.
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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City in Ashland County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Piketon and Columbus.
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Start on East 2nd Street
974 ft · 45 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Zebulon Street
115 m · 17 sec · Zebulon Street
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Turn left
21.2 mi · 30 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23 North: Columbus
34.5 mi · 45 min
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Continue on South High Street
9 mi · 17 min · South High Street
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Turn right onto East State Street
758 ft · 35 sec · East State Street
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Continue on 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 Piketon and Columbus.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 23 North
Keep slight right to continue on US 23 North: Columbus
34.5 mi · 00h 45m
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 Piketon and Sunny near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Piketon to Columbus?
The road trip is about 67.7 miles (109 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Hayesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.6 miles from Piketon and 35.2 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.85 one way or $17.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Piketon and Sunny near Columbus.
Stop Ideas Near Hayesville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Piketon and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 61.71 mi (99.31 km).
#1 Piketon
Piketon, Ohio
| Population | 2,161 |
| Coordinates | 39.0681300, -83.0143400 |
| Altitude | 175 |
| 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: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $10.14 | $20.28 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $11.45 | $22.90 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $10.29 | $20.57 |
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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