How far is Springfield, OH from Powell, OH?
The driving distance from Springfield, OH to Powell, OH is about 53.7 miles (86.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42 miles (67.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
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 Jefferson County, Alabama, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Powell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Powell.
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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
30.3 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270
967 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Cleveland
3151 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Jack Nicklaus Freeway
10.2 mi · 12 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Sawmill Road
1094 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Sawmill Road North, Columbus Zoo, Zoombezi Bay
1060 ft · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto Sawmill Road
2 mi · 4 min · Sawmill Road
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Continue on Sawmill Parkway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Sawmill Parkway
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Turn right onto West Powell Road
543 ft · 13 sec · West Powell Road
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Continue on West Olentangy Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Olentangy Street
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Turn right onto South Liberty Street
20 m · 1 sec · South Liberty Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Liberty Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Powell.
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
30.3 mi · 00h 33m
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 Powell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Powell?
The road trip is about 53.7 miles (86.5 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
West Jefferson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Springfield and 26.9 miles from Powell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42 miles (67.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 4:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.04 one way or $14.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Powell.
Stop Ideas Near West Jefferson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
London City Hall
Old Hilliard
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Jefferson.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Powell. Straight-line distance: 42.03 mi (67.64 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 Powell
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 12,972 |
| Coordinates | 40.1578400, -83.0751900 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: Powell (-83.07519, 40.15784)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $7.04 | $14.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $9.10 | $18.20 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
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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