How far is Springfield, OH from Middletown, OH?

The driving distance from Springfield, OH to Middletown, OH is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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
50.2 mi
01h 05m
Flight
42.2 mi
67.91 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
42.2 mi
Kilometers
67.91 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
50.2 mi
Kilometers
80.79 km
Drive Time
01h 05m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Middletown
Thu, Apr 23, 1:38 AM EDT
Return by in Springfield
Thu, Apr 23, 2:44 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springfield
2026-04-23T00:32
Arrive Middletown
Thu, Apr 23, 1:38 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:18 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
Dayton
OH

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

From Springfield
25.1 mi
00h 32m
To Middletown
25.1 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph SW
Destination
81°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    26.6 mi · 33 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 73: Franklin, Springboro

    1920 ft · 51 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto East 2nd Street

    1.7 mi · 3 min · East 2nd Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Riley Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Riley Boulevard

  12. 12

    Continue on Middletown Pike

    1 mi · 2 min · Middletown Pike

  13. 13

    Continue on North Verity Parkway

    4.3 mi · 7 min · North Verity Parkway

  14. 14

    Continue on North Canal Street

    1621 ft · 38 sec · North Canal Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Central Avenue

    1043 ft · 36 sec · Central Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Clark Street

    37 m · 5 sec · Clark Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Clark Street

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
33.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
SR 4
27 mi · 54%
West National Road
11.2 mi · 22%
North Verity Parkway
4.25 mi · 8%
East North Street
1.82 mi · 4%
East 2nd Street
1.67 mi · 3%
Riley Boulevard
1.09 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

SR 4

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

26.6 mi · 00h 33m

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 05m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8 mi
42.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Dayton
00h 32m from Springfield
Leave By
4:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Springfield and Sunny near Middletown.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?

Dayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.1 miles from Springfield and 25.1 miles from Middletown.

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

The direct path is about 42.2 miles (67.9 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 4:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.56 one way or $13.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Middletown.

Stop Ideas Near Dayton

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 Dayton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton
Food stop 4.6 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 3.4 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 9.9 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 Dayton.

BUS

Cincinnati, OH

77 mi away
1005 Gilbert Avenue
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

79 mi away
1301 Western Ave.
RAIL

Connersville station

82 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
BUS

Columbus, OH

104 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Middletown. Straight-line distance: 42.2 mi (67.91 km).

Springfield

#1 Springfield

The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.

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

#2 Middletown

The most populous city in Butler County, Ohio.

Population46,140
Coordinates39.5150600, -84.3982800
Altitude200
CountryUnited States
Start: Springfield (-83.80882, 39.92423)
End: Middletown (-84.39828, 39.51506)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 81 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 40m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 15m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 00m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 50m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.77 gal
6.71 L · about $6.56
Round trip
$13.12
3.54 gal · 13.42 L
Estimated CO2
15.7 kg one way
Round trip: 31.5 kg / 69 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $6.56 $13.12
Mid-grade $4.24 $7.51 $15.02
Premium $4.79 $8.48 $16.96
Diesel $4.30 $7.62 $15.24

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Springfield and Middletown. The current time is 00:32:45.

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.