Mount Vernon, Ohio to Portsmouth, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118 miles 189.9 km · straight line
147.5 miles estimated 237.4 km · driving distance
2h 58min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
194° SSW bearing direction

How far is Mount Vernon, Ohio from Portsmouth, Ohio?

The distance from Mount Vernon, Ohio to Portsmouth, Ohio is 118 miles (189.9 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, Ohio is located SSW of Mount Vernon, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 147.5 miles, taking about 2h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, Ohio to Portsmouth, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 58min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 34min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 49min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Vernon, Ohio & Portsmouth, Ohio

Quick Facts

Mount Vernon, Ohio
40.39°N, 82.49°W
America/New_York
305m 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 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 211 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients