How far is Springfield, OH from Heath, OH?
The driving distance from Springfield, OH to Heath, OH is about 80.6 miles (129.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 10m 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 35m.
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.
City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Heath.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Heath.
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Start on South Limestone Street
562 ft · 17 sec · South Limestone Street
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Turn right onto East Columbia Street
2036 ft · 34 sec · East Columbia Street
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Turn slight left
6.2 mi · 9 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 East: Columbus
2104 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
33.7 mi · 37 min
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Keep slight right to continue on West Freeway
3.2 mi · 4 min · West Freeway
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Continue on South Innerbelt
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Innerbelt
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Keep slight left to continue on South Innerbelt
2008 ft · 31 sec · South Innerbelt
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Continue on East Freeway
27.7 mi · 31 min · East Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 79: Buckeye Lake, Newark
2071 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto Hebron Road
6.4 mi · 8 min · Hebron Road
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Turn right onto West Dorsey Mill Road
1047 ft · 51 sec · West Dorsey Mill Road
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Turn left onto South 30th Street
26 m · 4 sec · South 30th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 30th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Heath.
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 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.
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 Springfield and Sunny near Heath.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Heath?
The road trip is about 80.6 miles (129.7 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?
Valley View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.2 miles from Springfield and 40.4 miles from Heath.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 3:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.52 one way or $21.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Heath.
Stop Ideas Near Valley View
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Valley View.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Heath. Straight-line distance: 72.55 mi (116.76 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 Heath
City in Ohio, USA
| Population | 10,489 |
| Coordinates | 40.0228400, -82.4446000 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Heath (-82.4446, 40.02284)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.52 | $21.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $12.05 | $24.09 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $13.60 | $27.21 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $12.22 | $24.45 |
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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