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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Quick Snapshot
Road
67.45 mi
01h 23m
Flight
57.34 mi
92.28 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
57.34 mi
Kilometers
92.28 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
67.45 mi
Kilometers
108.55 km
Drive Time
01h 23m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 23m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Forest Park
Thu, Apr 16, 4:24 AM EDT
Return by in Springfield
Thu, Apr 16, 5:48 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springfield
2026-04-16T03:01
Arrive Forest Park
Thu, Apr 16, 4:24 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 23m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:24 AM to 11:24 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:42 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
West Carrollton City
OH

Human settlement in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States of America

From Springfield
33.7 mi
00h 41m
To Forest Park
33.7 mi
00h 41m

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
79°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
9 to 14 mph SW

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.

  1. 1

    Start on South Limestone Street

    1026 ft · 32 sec · South Limestone Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East North Street

    1.8 mi · 3 min · East North Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Park Road

    1520 ft · 26 sec · Park Road

  4. 4

    Continue on West Main Street

    1.3 km · 1 min · West Main Street

  5. 5

    Continue on West National Road

    928 ft · 12 sec · West National Road

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    11 mi · 12 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle

    1730 ft · 42 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton

    48.3 mi · 57 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit right toward I 275: Indianapolis

    1.5 km · 2 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Circle Freeway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Circle Freeway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 4: Fairfield, Springdale

    1921 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on SR 4

    36 m · 11 sec

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Springfield Pike

    1.1 km · 1 min · Springfield Pike

  14. 14

    Turn right onto West Kemper Road

    1 mi · 2 min · West Kemper Road

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Kenn Road

    15 m · 1 sec · Kenn Road

  16. 16

    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.

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
16 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
SR 4
49 mi · 73%
West National Road
11.2 mi · 17%
East North Street
1.82 mi · 3%
Circle Freeway
1.43 mi · 2%
West Kemper Road
1.04 mi · 2%
I 275
0.96 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

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 23m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10 mi
57.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Carrollton City
00h 41m from Springfield
Leave By
3:42 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around West Carrollton City and the surrounding midpoint area.
Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton
Food stop 12 mi away

Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton

Dayton , OH
6196 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414, United States
Rating 4.4/5 3,718 reviews Tourist attraction,Bar & grill,Children's party service,Go-kart track,Laser tag center,Miniature golf course,Party planner,Restaurant,Amusement center,Video arcade
City of Riverside Administration Offices
Meeting point 10 mi away

City of Riverside Administration Offices

Riverside , OH
5200 Springfield St #100, Riverside, OH 45431
Rating 3.1/5 8 reviews City government office
Town Hall Theatre
Nearby stop 4.8 mi away

Town Hall Theatre

Centerville , OH
27 N Main St, Centerville, OH 45459
Rating 4.8/5 43 reviews Performing arts theater,Movie theater

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Carrollton City.

BUS

Cincinnati, OH

66 mi away
1005 Gilbert Avenue
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

68 mi away
1301 Western Ave.
RAIL

Connersville station

76 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
BUS

Columbus, OH

112 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Forest Park. Straight-line distance: 57.34 mi (92.28 km).

Springfield

#1 Springfield

The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.

Population58,456
Coordinates39.9242300, -83.8088200
Altitude298
CountryUnited States
Forest Park

#2 Forest Park

City in United States of America

Population18,534
Coordinates39.2903400, -84.5041100
Altitude255
CountryUnited States
Start: Springfield (-83.80882, 39.92423)
End: Forest Park (-84.50411, 39.29034)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 109 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
2.38 gal
9.01 L · about $8.82
Round trip
$17.64
4.76 gal · 18.02 L
Estimated CO2
21.2 kg one way
Round trip: 42.3 kg / 93 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in Ohio · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Springfield and Forest Park. The current time is 03:01:14.

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.