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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
53.77 mi
01h 07m
Flight
42.03 mi
67.64 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
42.03 mi
Kilometers
67.64 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
53.77 mi
Kilometers
86.54 km
Drive Time
01h 07m

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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.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Powell
Thu, Apr 23, 4:22 PM EDT
Return by in Springfield
Thu, Apr 23, 5:30 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springfield
2026-04-23T15:15
Arrive Powell
Thu, Apr 23, 4:22 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:08 AM to 11:08 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:14 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
West Jefferson
OH

City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States of America

From Springfield
26.8 mi
00h 33m
To Powell
26.9 mi
00h 33m

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
80°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph S

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.

  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

    30.3 mi · 33 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 270

    967 ft · 24 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North

    1.2 km · 2 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Cleveland

    3151 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Jack Nicklaus Freeway

    10.2 mi · 12 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Sawmill Road

    1094 ft · 27 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on Sawmill Road North, Columbus Zoo, Zoombezi Bay

    1060 ft · 28 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto Sawmill Road

    2 mi · 4 min · Sawmill Road

  13. 13

    Continue on Sawmill Parkway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Sawmill Parkway

  14. 14

    Turn right onto West Powell Road

    543 ft · 13 sec · West Powell Road

  15. 15

    Continue on West Olentangy Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · West Olentangy Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto South Liberty Street

    20 m · 1 sec · South Liberty Street

  17. 17

    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.

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
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 70 East
30.7 mi · 57%
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
10.2 mi · 19%
Sawmill Road
2.25 mi · 4%
Sawmill Parkway
1.39 mi · 3%
I 270 North
1.35 mi · 3%
West Olentangy Street
0.76 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

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 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.7 mi
42 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Jefferson
00h 33m from Springfield
Leave By
4:14 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around West Jefferson and the surrounding midpoint area.
London City Hall
Scenic stop 8.3 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
Old Hilliard
Meeting point 10.2 mi away

Old Hilliard

Hilliard , OH
Hilliard, OH 43026
Rating 4.8/5 8 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.2 mi away

City Hall

Dublin , OH
6200 Eiterman Rd, Dublin, OH 43016
Corporate office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Jefferson.

BUS

Columbus, OH

23 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Powell. Straight-line distance: 42.03 mi (67.64 km).

Springfield

#1 Springfield

The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.

Population58,456
Coordinates39.9242300, -83.8088200
Altitude298
CountryUnited States
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#2 Powell

City in Ohio, United States

Population12,972
Coordinates40.1578400, -83.0751900
Altitude277
CountryUnited States
Start: Springfield (-83.80882, 39.92423)
End: Powell (-83.07519, 40.15784)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 87 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
1.9 gal
7.18 L · about $7.04
Round trip
$14.08
3.8 gal · 14.36 L
Estimated CO2
16.9 kg one way
Round trip: 33.8 kg / 75 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound 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.

Prices in Ohio · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Springfield and Powell. The current time is 15:15:08.

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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.