How far is Upper Arlington, OH from Dublin, OH?
The driving distance from Upper Arlington, OH to Dublin, OH is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.7 miles (12.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Upper Arlington and Dublin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Arlington and Dublin.
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Start on Cambridge Boulevard
655 ft · 26 sec · Cambridge Boulevard
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Turn left onto Waltham Road
1775 ft · 1 min · Waltham Road
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Turn right onto Riverside Drive
8 mi · 13 min · Riverside Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Bridge Street
111 m · 12 sec · East Bridge Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Bridge Street
1170 ft · 40 sec · East Bridge Street
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Turn left onto South High Street
52 m · 8 sec · South High Street
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Turn right
33 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
15 m · 4 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 Upper Arlington and Dublin.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Riverside Drive
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
7.95 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Upper Arlington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Dublin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Upper Arlington to Dublin?
The road trip is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cross Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.4 miles from Upper Arlington and 4.4 miles from Dublin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.7 miles (12.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.15 one way or $2.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Upper Arlington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Dublin.
Stop Ideas Near Cross Creek
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Upper Arlington and Dublin. Straight-line distance: 7.74 mi (12.45 km).
#1 Upper Arlington
City in Ohio
| Population | 34,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.9945100, -83.0624100 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dublin
A city in Franklin County, Ohio.
| Population | 49,372 |
| Coordinates | 40.0992300, -83.1140800 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-83.114113, 40.099166)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $1.15 | $2.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $1.32 | $2.63 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $1.48 | $2.97 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $1.33 | $2.67 |
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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