How far is Springfield, OH from Upper Arlington, OH?
The driving distance from Springfield, OH to Upper Arlington, OH is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.3 miles (66.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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.
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Upper Arlington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Upper Arlington.
-
1
Start on South Limestone Street
1026 ft · 32 sec · South Limestone Street
-
2
Turn left onto East North Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East North Street
-
3
Continue on Park Road
1520 ft · 26 sec · Park Road
-
4
Continue on West Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · West Main Street
-
5
Continue on West National Road
928 ft · 12 sec · West National Road
-
6
Keep slight left
11 mi · 12 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
1730 ft · 42 sec
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
26.6 mi · 33 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward SR 73: Franklin, Springboro
1920 ft · 51 sec
-
10
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · East 2nd Street
-
11
Turn left onto Riley Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Riley Boulevard
-
12
Continue on Middletown Pike
1 mi · 2 min · Middletown Pike
-
13
Continue on North Verity Parkway
3.1 mi · 5 min · North Verity Parkway
-
14
Turn left onto Germantown Road
121 m · 12 sec · Germantown Road
-
15
Continue on Nelbar Street
1406 ft · 28 sec · Nelbar Street
-
16
Continue on Shafor Street
1753 ft · 52 sec · Shafor Street
-
17
Turn left onto Flemming Road
1492 ft · 1 min · Flemming Road
-
18
Continue on Ardmore Drive
835 ft · 37 sec · Ardmore Drive
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ardmore Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Upper Arlington.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SR 4
Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
26.6 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 Upper Arlington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Upper Arlington?
The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Dayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.8 miles from Springfield and 24.9 miles from Upper Arlington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.3 miles (66.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 4:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.48 one way or $12.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Upper Arlington.
Stop Ideas Near Dayton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton
City of Riverside Administration Offices
Town Hall Theatre
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dayton.
Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Connersville station
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Upper Arlington. Straight-line distance: 41.28 mi (66.44 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 Upper Arlington
City in Ohio
| Population | 35,369 |
| Coordinates | 39.5161700, -84.3763300 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
End: Upper Arlington (-84.37633, 39.51617)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $6.48 | $12.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $7.42 | $14.85 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $8.38 | $16.77 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.