How far is Springfield, OH from Pataskala, OH?
The driving distance from Springfield, OH to Pataskala, OH is about 66.6 miles (107.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.3 miles (97 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 40m 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 20m.
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.
Census-designated place in Franklin County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Pataskala.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Pataskala.
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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
17 mi · 20 min · East Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 310: Etna, Pataskala
1363 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left
3.4 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto East Depot Street
70 m · 16 sec · East Depot Street
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Turn left onto Jefferson Street
9 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Pataskala.
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 Pataskala.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Pataskala?
The road trip is about 66.6 miles (107.2 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?
Lake Darby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.2 miles from Springfield and 33.4 miles from Pataskala.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.3 miles (97 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 3:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.71 one way or $17.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Pataskala.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Darby
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
London City Hall
Columbus Mayor's Office
Shannon Hardin for Columbus City Council
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Darby.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Pataskala. Straight-line distance: 60.29 mi (97.02 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 Pataskala
City in Licking County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 16,010 |
| Coordinates | 39.9956200, -82.6743300 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pataskala (-82.67433, 39.99562)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $8.71 | $17.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $9.97 | $19.94 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $11.26 | $22.51 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $10.11 | $20.23 |
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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