How far is Springfield, OH from Forest Park, OH?
The driving distance from Springfield, OH to Forest Park, OH is about 67.4 miles (108.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.4 miles (92.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 47m 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 01h 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.
Human settlement in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Forest Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Forest Park.
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Start on South Limestone Street
1026 ft · 32 sec · South Limestone Street
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Turn left onto East North Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East North Street
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Continue on Park Road
1520 ft · 26 sec · Park Road
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Continue on West Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Continue on West National Road
928 ft · 12 sec · West National Road
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Keep slight left
11 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
1730 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
48.3 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit right toward I 275: Indianapolis
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Circle Freeway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Circle Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 4: Fairfield, Springdale
1921 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 4
36 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Springfield Pike
1.1 km · 1 min · Springfield Pike
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Turn right onto West Kemper Road
1 mi · 2 min · West Kemper Road
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Turn left onto Kenn Road
15 m · 1 sec · Kenn Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kenn Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Forest Park.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SR 4
Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
48.3 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Springfield and Showers And Thunderstorms near Forest Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Forest Park?
The road trip is about 67.4 miles (108.5 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
West Carrollton City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.7 miles from Springfield and 33.7 miles from Forest Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.4 miles (92.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 3:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.82 one way or $17.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Springfield and Showers And Thunderstorms near Forest Park.
Stop Ideas Near West Carrollton City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton
City of Riverside Administration Offices
Town Hall Theatre
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Carrollton City.
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Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Forest Park. Straight-line distance: 57.34 mi (92.28 km).
#1 Springfield
The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.
| Population | 58,456 |
| Coordinates | 39.9242300, -83.8088200 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Forest Park
City in United States of America
| Population | 18,534 |
| Coordinates | 39.2903400, -84.5041100 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forest Park (-84.50411, 39.29034)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 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 | $8.82 | $17.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $10.10 | $20.19 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
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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