How far is Wellston, OH from Columbus, OH?
The driving distance from Wellston, OH to Columbus, OH is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63 miles (101.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 03m 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 31m.
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.
City in and the county seat of Ross County, Ohio, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wellston and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellston and Columbus.
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Start on East Broadway Street
7 m · 8 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn left onto South Pennsylvania Avenue
2.4 mi · 5 min · South Pennsylvania Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward SR 32 West, SR 124 West: Jackson
1557 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
4.8 mi · 6 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1688 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left
127 m · 9 sec
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Turn right
29.6 mi · 35 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23 North: Columbus
34.5 mi · 45 min
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Continue on South High Street
9 mi · 17 min · South High Street
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Turn right onto East State Street
758 ft · 35 sec · East State Street
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Continue on East State Street
32 m · 4 sec · East State Street
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Turn right
27 m · 7 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 Wellston and Columbus.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 23 North
Keep slight right to continue on US 23 North: Columbus
34.5 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Wellston and Chance Rain Showers near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wellston to Columbus?
The road trip is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Chillicothe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.6 miles from Wellston and 40.9 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63 miles (101.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 3:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.67 one way or $21.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Wellston and Chance Rain Showers near Columbus.
Stop Ideas Near Chillicothe
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 Chillicothe.
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Columbus, OH
Ashland Transportation Center
Maysville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wellston and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 62.98 mi (101.36 km).
#1 Wellston
City in Jackson County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 5,532 |
| Coordinates | 39.1234100, -82.5329400 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
The fifteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Columbus metropolitan area.
| Population | 884,356 |
| Coordinates | 39.9611800, -82.9987900 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
End: East State Street (-82.998626, 39.960416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.67 | $21.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $12.22 | $24.43 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $13.80 | $27.59 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $12.40 | $24.79 |
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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