How far is Springfield, OH from Portsmouth, OH?
The driving distance from Springfield, OH to Portsmouth, OH is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.1 miles (149.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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 02h 34m.
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 Ross County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Portsmouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Portsmouth.
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Start on South Limestone Street
30 m · 9 sec · South Limestone Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
146 m · 19 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Fountain Avenue
141 m · 20 sec · South Fountain Avenue
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Turn left onto East High Street
145 m · 19 sec · East High Street
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Turn right onto South Limestone Street
1861 ft · 44 sec · South Limestone Street
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Continue on South Limestone Street
3.2 mi · 5 min · South Limestone Street
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Continue on Springfield Jamestown Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · Springfield Jamestown Road
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Continue on Main Street
10.9 mi · 20 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp left
1419 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
6.3 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 35 East: Washington Court House
44.7 mi · 49 min
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Keep slight right
42.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Chillicothe Street
3222 ft · 1 min · Chillicothe Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
63 m · 9 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right
23 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
22 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Portsmouth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 35 East
Keep slight left to continue on US 35 East: Washington Court House
44.7 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Springfield and Chance Rain Showers near Portsmouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Portsmouth?
The road trip is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Frankfort is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.2 miles from Springfield and 57.2 miles from Portsmouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.1 miles (149.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.3 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 1:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.97 one way or $29.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Springfield and Chance Rain Showers near Portsmouth.
Stop Ideas Near Frankfort
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Maysville
Ashland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Portsmouth. Straight-line distance: 93.1 mi (149.83 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 Portsmouth
City in Ohio
| Population | 19,744 |
| Coordinates | 38.7317400, -82.9976700 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
End: Portsmouth (-82.99767, 38.73174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $17.14 | $34.28 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $17.39 | $34.78 |
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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