How far is Van Wert, OH from Dublin, OH?
The driving distance from Van Wert, OH to Dublin, OH is about 110.7 miles (178.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.8 miles (151 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 48m 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 01h 54m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Hardin County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Van Wert and Dublin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Wert and Dublin.
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Start on South Jefferson Street
14 m · 6 sec · South Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Wayne Street
157 m · 19 sec · North Wayne Street
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Turn right onto Lincoln Highway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Lincoln Highway
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Take the ramp right
21.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 115: Kalida, Lima
1795 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto North West Street
5.7 mi · 8 min · North West Street
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Turn left onto West Grand Avenue
145 m · 10 sec · West Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto North Elizabeth Street
2531 ft · 47 sec · North Elizabeth Street
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Turn right onto West Wayne Street
84 m · 10 sec · West Wayne Street
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Turn left onto North West Street
2451 ft · 53 sec · North West Street
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Turn left onto West Elm Street
1.4 km · 1 min · West Elm Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Bellefontaine Avenue
5 m · 1 sec · Bellefontaine Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Bellefontaine Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Bellefontaine Avenue
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Turn straight onto Harding Highway
2200 ft · 55 sec · Harding Highway
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Turn right onto Bellefontaine Road
9.9 mi · 14 min · Bellefontaine Road
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Continue straight
16.9 mi · 24 min
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Continue on County Road 130
1189 ft · 38 sec · County Road 130
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Turn left onto County Road 37
659 ft · 19 sec · County Road 37
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Turn right
47.1 mi · 53 min
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Turn right onto Mill Lane
39 m · 13 sec · Mill Lane
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Turn left
32 m · 8 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 Van Wert and Dublin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
47.1 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Van Wert and Clear near Dublin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Wert to Dublin?
The road trip is about 110.7 miles (178.2 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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?
Roundhead is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.1 miles from Van Wert and 56.6 miles from Dublin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.8 miles (151 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 2:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.49 one way or $28.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Van Wert and Clear near Dublin.
Stop Ideas Near Roundhead
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Roundhead.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Wert and Dublin. Straight-line distance: 93.81 mi (150.97 km).
#1 Van Wert
City in Ohio
| Population | 10,614 |
| Coordinates | 40.8694900, -84.5841200 |
| Altitude | 237 |
| 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: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.49 | $28.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $16.59 | $33.17 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $18.73 | $37.46 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $16.83 | $33.66 |
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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