How far is Springfield, OH from Bexley, OH?

The driving distance from Springfield, OH to Bexley, OH is about 49 miles (78.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
48.93 mi
01h 01m
Flight
46.25 mi
74.43 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
46.25 mi
Kilometers
74.43 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
48.93 mi
Kilometers
78.75 km
Drive Time
01h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bexley
Thu, Apr 16, 2:38 AM EDT
Return by in Springfield
Thu, Apr 16, 3:39 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springfield
2026-04-16T01:37
Arrive Bexley
Thu, Apr 16, 2:38 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:01 AM to 11:01 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:28 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springfield
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Lafayette
OH

Village in Ohio, United States

From Springfield
24.4 mi
00h 30m
To Bexley
24.5 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Thursday

Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 to 18 mph SW
Destination
80°F
Thursday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
9 to 17 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Bexley.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Bexley.

  1. 1

    Start on South Limestone Street

    562 ft · 17 sec · South Limestone Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Columbia Street

    2036 ft · 34 sec · East Columbia Street

  3. 3

    Turn slight left

    6.2 mi · 9 min

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 East: Columbus

    2104 ft · 51 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    33.7 mi · 37 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on West Freeway

    3.2 mi · 4 min · West Freeway

  7. 7

    Continue on South Innerbelt

    1.5 mi · 2 min · South Innerbelt

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland

    1.3 km · 1 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 40: Broad Street

    953 ft · 27 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto East Broad Street

    2.4 mi · 6 min · East Broad Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Drexel Circle

    41 m · 5 sec · Drexel Circle

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Drexel Circle

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Bexley.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 70 East
34.1 mi · 70%
West Freeway
3.23 mi · 7%
East Broad Street
2.4 mi · 5%
South Innerbelt
1.53 mi · 3%
I 71 North
0.8 mi · 2%
East Columbia Street
0.39 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 70 East

Merge slight left

33.7 mi · 00h 37m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.8 mi
46.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lafayette
00h 30m from Springfield
Leave By
4:28 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers leaving Springfield and Rain Showers Likely near Bexley.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Bexley?

The road trip is about 49 miles (78.8 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?

Lafayette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Springfield and 24.5 miles from Bexley.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 4:28 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.41 one way or $12.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Springfield and Rain Showers Likely near Bexley.

Stop Ideas Near Lafayette

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Lafayette and the surrounding midpoint area.
London City Hall
Scenic stop 6.3 mi away

London City Hall

London , OH
20 S Walnut St, London, OH 43140
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City government office,City administration,City clerk's office,City Department of Public Safety,City Hall,City park,City tax office
Old Hilliard
Meeting point 12.4 mi away

Old Hilliard

Hilliard , OH
Hilliard, OH 43026
Rating 4.8/5 8 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 13.3 mi away

SOUTH VIENNA MUNICIPAL BLDG

South Vienna , OH
149 W Main St, South Vienna, OH 45369
Municipal hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lafayette.

BUS

Columbus, OH

35 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Bexley. Straight-line distance: 46.25 mi (74.43 km).

Springfield

#1 Springfield

The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.

Population58,456
Coordinates39.9242300, -83.8088200
Altitude298
CountryUnited States
Bexley

#2 Bexley

City in Franklin County, Ohio, United States of America

Population13,751
Coordinates39.9689500, -82.9376800
Altitude241
CountryUnited States
Start: Springfield (-83.80882, 39.92423)
End: Bexley (-82.93768, 39.96895)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 79 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 58m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.73 gal
6.54 L · about $6.41
Round trip
$12.82
3.46 gal · 13.08 L
Estimated CO2
15.4 kg one way
Round trip: 30.7 kg / 68 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $6.41 $12.82
Mid-grade $4.24 $7.34 $14.68
Premium $4.79 $8.29 $16.57
Diesel $4.30 $7.45 $14.89

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Ohio · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Springfield and Bexley. The current time is 01:37:42.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.