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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
66.64 mi
01h 20m
Flight
60.29 mi
97.02 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
60.29 mi
Kilometers
97.02 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
66.64 mi
Kilometers
107.24 km
Drive Time
01h 20m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pataskala
Thu, Apr 23, 1:26 AM EDT
Return by in Springfield
Thu, Apr 23, 2:46 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springfield
2026-04-23T00:05
Arrive Pataskala
Thu, Apr 23, 1:26 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:20 AM to 11:20 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:50 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
Lake Darby
OH

Census-designated place in Franklin County, Ohio

From Springfield
33.2 mi
00h 40m
To Pataskala
33.4 mi
00h 40m

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
78°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 8 mph S

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.

  1. 1

    Start on South Limestone Street

    562 ft · 17 sec · South Limestone Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Columbia Street

    2036 ft · 34 sec · East Columbia Street

  3. 3

    Turn slight left

    6.2 mi · 9 min

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 70 East: Columbus

    2104 ft · 51 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    33.7 mi · 37 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on West Freeway

    3.2 mi · 4 min · West Freeway

  7. 7

    Continue on South Innerbelt

    1.5 mi · 2 min · South Innerbelt

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on South Innerbelt

    2008 ft · 31 sec · South Innerbelt

  9. 9

    Continue on East Freeway

    17 mi · 20 min · East Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 310: Etna, Pataskala

    1363 ft · 39 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left

    3.4 mi · 5 min

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Depot Street

    70 m · 16 sec · East Depot Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Jefferson Street

    9 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street

  14. 14

    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.

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
14 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 70 East
34.1 mi · 51%
East Freeway
17 mi · 26%
West Freeway
3.23 mi · 5%
South Innerbelt
1.91 mi · 3%
East Columbia Street
0.39 mi · 1%
SR 310
0.26 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

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 20m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.3 mi
60.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lake Darby
00h 40m from Springfield
Leave By
3:50 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Lake Darby and the surrounding midpoint area.
London City Hall
Scenic stop 14.2 mi away

London City Hall

London , OH
20 S Walnut St, London, OH 43140
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City government office,City administration,City clerk's office,City Department of Public Safety,City Hall,City park,City tax office
Columbus Mayor's Office
Meeting point 10.8 mi away

Columbus Mayor's Office

Columbus , OH
90 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
Rating 1.7/5 18 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.7 mi away

Shannon Hardin for Columbus City Council

Columbus , OH
545 E Town St, Columbus, OH 43215
Community center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Darby.

BUS

Columbus, OH

20 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Pataskala. Straight-line distance: 60.29 mi (97.02 km).

Springfield

#1 Springfield

The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.

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

#2 Pataskala

City in Licking County, Ohio, United States

Population16,010
Coordinates39.9956200, -82.6743300
Altitude305
CountryUnited States
Start: Springfield (-83.80882, 39.92423)
End: Pataskala (-82.67433, 39.99562)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 107 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
2.35 gal
8.9 L · about $8.71
Round trip
$17.41
4.7 gal · 17.8 L
Estimated CO2
20.9 kg one way
Round trip: 41.8 kg / 92 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in Ohio · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Springfield and Pataskala. The current time is 00:05:42.

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.