Athens, Ohio to Portsmouth, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

63.4 miles 102 km · straight line
79.2 miles estimated 127.5 km · driving distance
1h 36min estimated drive time
$8 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Ohio from Portsmouth, Ohio?

The distance from Athens, Ohio to Portsmouth, Ohio is 63.4 miles (102 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, Ohio is located SW of Athens, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 79.2 miles, taking about 1h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Ohio and Portsmouth, Ohio. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Athens, Ohio to Portsmouth, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 36min $8 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 55min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Ohio & Portsmouth, Ohio

Quick Facts

Athens, Ohio
39.33°N, 82.10°W
America/New_York
219m elevation
Portsmouth, Ohio
38.73°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
162m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 392.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients