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Tow Truck & Roadside Assistance in Columbus, OH
A live operator answers, your price is confirmed before anyone is sent, and help typically arrives in 30-45 minutes. Serving Downtown Columbus, Short North, German Village, Arena District and all of Columbus.
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- No membership. No hidden fees.
- Arrival typically 30-45 minutes
- A live operator answers your call
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Towing and roadside help in Columbus
Columbus is Ohio's capital and largest city, home to Ohio State and a fast-growing downtown. We help OSU students locked out near campus, fans with dead batteries after a game at Ohio Stadium, commuters on I-70 and I-71 and shoppers at Easton. RoadReady Tow covers Columbus from Clintonville to German Village.
Our Columbus drivers handle towing, jump starts, lockouts, flat tire changes, fuel delivery, winch-outs and mobile EV charging across Franklin County. Towing starts at $150 plus $10 per mile, and your dispatcher confirms the total before anyone is sent.
Major roads we cover in Columbus
- I-70: Crosses the city east to west.
- I-71: Runs north-south through downtown.
- I-270: The outer loop around the city.
- I-670: Connects downtown with the airport.
- SR-315: Runs north past Ohio State.
Where we help in Columbus
We serve Downtown Columbus, Short North, German Village, Arena District, Clintonville, Victorian Village, Italian Village, Olde Towne East, Easton, Hilliard area, Worthington area, Franklinton and the rest of Franklin County.
Common trouble spots in Columbus
- The I-70 and I-71 split downtown: Tight lanes and heavy merges.
- Ohio State on game days: Huge crowds and packed lots near Ohio Stadium.
- Short North and Arena District garages: Lockouts and dead batteries after events.
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Columbus service area and nearby cities
We come to you anywhere in Columbus and the surrounding area. Tap a pin for the nearest city page.
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Nearby cities we serve
- Roadside assistance in Cincinnati98 mi away · Downtown Cincinnati, Over-the-Rhine, The Banks
- Towing service in Cleveland127 mi away · Downtown Cleveland, Ohio City, Tremont
- Car towing near Charleston134 mi away · Downtown Charleston, East End, South Hills
- Emergency towing in Lexington155 mi away · Downtown Lexington, Chevy Chase, Ashland Park
Columbus services
Columbus services and prices
Each one priced in plain numbers. On I-70 or I-71, tell us your direction and nearest exit.
How it works
Three steps. No surprises.
Nobody is dispatched until you know the price and the arrival window.
- STEP 1
Tell us what happened
Call, text or book online. Location, vehicle and a phone number is all we need.
- STEP 2
We confirm price and arrival
A dispatcher confirms your price and the arrival window, typically 30-45 minutes, before anyone is sent.
- STEP 3
Help arrives
A technician meets you at your location. You pay the price you agreed to.
Electric vehicles
Mobile EV charging and EV-safe flatbed towing in Columbus.
EVs need different handling, and a lot of roadside companies still do not plan for them. We do, from J1772 and CCS to Tesla/NACS.
- Mobile EV chargingEnough range to reach a charger. $175 flat.
- EV-safe flatbed towingAll four wheels off the road when charging is not the fix.
- 12V boosts for EVsA dead 12V battery can stop an EV from starting. We can boost it.
Weather and seasons in Columbus
Cold, snowy winters drain batteries.
Spring storms bring heavy rain and flooding.
Big events and traffic in Columbus
Ohio State football, Blue Jackets games and the Arnold Sports Festival bring heavy traffic.
Landmarks we serve near
John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Ohio State University, Ohio Stadium, Nationwide Arena, Lower.com Field, Easton Town Center, Ohio Statehouse.
Columbus ZIP codes we cover
43085, 43201, 43202, 43203, 43204, 43205, 43206, 43207, 43209, 43210, 43211, 43212, 43213, 43214, 43215, 43216, 43217, 43219, 43220, 43221, 43222, 43223, 43224, 43227, 43228
Pricing
The number you see is the number we use.
A 10-mile tow is $150 + 10 × $10 = $250. Fuel delivery includes 3 gallons of fuel. Final price confirmed before we dispatch.
- Hook-up
- $150
- 10 mi × $10
- $100
- Estimated total
- $250
Final price confirmed before we dispatch.
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Towing in Columbus
Columbus towing FAQ
Can you help near Ohio Stadium on game day?+
Yes, but traffic is very heavy. Tell us the lot or nearest street, and your dispatcher will give you an honest arrival time before we dispatch.
Which Columbus neighborhoods and ZIP codes do you cover?+
We cover Downtown Columbus, Short North, German Village, Arena District, Clintonville, Victorian Village, Italian Village and Olde Towne East and the rest of Columbus, including ZIP codes 43085, 43201, 43202, 43203, 43204 and 43205. If you are just outside the Columbus area, call and your dispatcher will tell you honestly whether a Columbus driver can reach you.
What should I tell dispatch if I break down on I-70 or I-71?+
Give us the road name, your direction and the nearest Columbus exit, mile marker or large sign on I-70 or I-71. On I-270, the closest cross street or landmark such as John Glenn Columbus International Airport helps a Columbus driver find you faster. If you cannot get well clear of I-70 traffic, stay buckled in with your hazards on.
How much does towing cost in Columbus?+
A flat $150 hook-up plus $10 per mile. A 10-mile tow in Columbus is $250. Your dispatcher confirms the final price before dispatch.
Do I need a membership for roadside assistance in Columbus?+
No. You pay per job, with no membership or contract.
Can I book a tow online in Columbus?+
Yes. Tap Book Online, tell us what you need and where you are, and a dispatcher confirms your price before anyone is sent.
Need help now?
Need a tow truck in Columbus?
A live operator answers. We confirm your price and arrival window, typically 30-45 minutes, before anyone is sent.
(954) 539-7718