How far is Vandalia, OH from Dublin, OH?
The driving distance from Vandalia, OH to Dublin, OH is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.2 miles (95.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 09m.
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.
Human settlement in Clark County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vandalia and Dublin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vandalia and Dublin.
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Start on the route
22 m · 11 sec
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Turn sharp left onto South Dixie Drive
42 m · 7 sec · South Dixie Drive
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Turn right onto East National Road
2114 ft · 38 sec · East National Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1768 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
669 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 East: Columbus
1.6 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
12.4 mi · 14 min
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Keep slight left
45.8 mi · 49 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
7.7 mi · 9 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 33 East, SR 161 East: Dublin
2306 ft · 58 sec
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 2 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 Vandalia and Dublin.
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
Keep slight left
45.8 mi · 00h 49m
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 Vandalia and Mostly Sunny near Dublin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vandalia to Dublin?
The road trip is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
South Vienna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.8 miles from Vandalia and 35.9 miles from Dublin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.2 miles (95.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.37 one way or $18.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Vandalia and Mostly Sunny near Dublin.
Stop Ideas Near South Vienna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
London City Hall
Springfield City Hall
Town Hall Emporium
Historic City Hall Bell
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Vienna.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vandalia and Dublin. Straight-line distance: 59.2 mi (95.27 km).
#1 Vandalia
City in Illinois
| Population | 14,987 |
| Coordinates | 39.8906100, -84.1988300 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| 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: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.37 | $18.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $12.12 | $24.24 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
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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